Serving 112 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Placitas Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Placitas Elementary serves the southern part of Bernalillo, NM, covering an area of approximately 178.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Placitas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Placitas Elementary School's student population of 112 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
112 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Placitas Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Placitas Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-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 Placitas Elementary School's ranking?
Placitas Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Placitas Elementary School often compared to?
Placitas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Algodones Elementary School, Corrales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Placitas Elementary School?
112 students attend Placitas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Placitas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Placitas Elementary School?
Placitas Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Placitas Elementary School offer ?
Placitas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Placitas Elementary School part of?
Placitas Elementary School is part of Bernalillo School District.
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