For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 606 students in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque, NM.
The neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque, NM public schools have a diversity score of 0.21, which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 0.56.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 4th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 843-8283
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 843-8283
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Atlantic St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2020
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque, NM include Coronado Elementary School and Dolores Gonzales Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque?
the neighborhood of Barelas, Albuquerque public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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