Serving 317 students in grades 4-5, Park Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Avenue Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Aztec, NM school district, encompassing approximately 425.3 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 34.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Avenue Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
INSPIRED | SAFE | FULFILLED
School Rankings
Park Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Avenue Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#314 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Park Avenue Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Park Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Park Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naaba Ani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?
317 students attend Park Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Park Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Avenue Elementary School?
Park Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Park Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Avenue Elementary School part of?
Park Avenue Elementary School is part of Aztec School District.
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