Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tomasita 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tomasita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tomasita Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tomasita Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tomasita Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#670 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
67%
62%
Black
8%
2%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomasita Elementary School's ranking?
Tomasita Elementary School is ranked #670 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Tomasita Elementary School often compared to?
Tomasita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzano Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tomasita Elementary School?
209 students attend Tomasita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Tomasita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tomasita Elementary School?
Tomasita Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tomasita Elementary School offer ?
Tomasita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tomasita Elementary School part of?
Tomasita Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Tomasita Elementary School located?
Tomasita Elementary School is located in the Princess Jeanne neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Princess Jeanne.
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