For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 503 students in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque, NM.
The neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque, NM public elementary schools have a diversity score of 0.12, which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 0.57.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Valley Prep
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2551 Karsten Ct Se
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 222-5642
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 222-5642
Gr: 6-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
East San Jose Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
415 Thaxton Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2005
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2005
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque, NM include South Valley Prep and East San Jose Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque?
2 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque?
the neighborhood of San Jose, Albuquerque public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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