Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Painted Sky Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Painted Sky Elementary serves the west part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 366.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 29 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Painted Sky Elementary School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Painted Sky Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Painted Sky Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
81%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
8%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Painted Sky Elementary School's ranking?
Painted Sky Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Painted Sky Elementary School?
536 students attend Painted Sky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Painted Sky Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Painted Sky Elementary School?
Painted Sky Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Painted Sky Elementary School offer ?
Painted Sky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Painted Sky Elementary School part of?
Painted Sky Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Painted Sky Elementary School located?
Painted Sky Elementary School is located in the Los Duranes neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Los Duranes.
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