Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower 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 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Puesta del Sol Elementary serves the southwest part of Rio Rancho, NM, covering an area of approximately 32.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Igniting Student Potential
School Rankings
Puesta Del Sol 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 Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#554 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
70%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
20%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's ranking?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is ranked #554 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?
16% 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 Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
539 students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offer ?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School part of?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
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