Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ventana Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ventana Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ventana Ranch Elementary School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ventana Ranch 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 Ventana Ranch Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#98 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
63%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
25%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ventana Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Ventana Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Ventana Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petroglyph Elementary School, Tierra Antigua Elementary School, Sierra Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ventana Ranch Elementary School?
573 students attend Ventana Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ventana Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ventana Ranch Elementary School?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ventana Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ventana Ranch Elementary School part of?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Ventana Ranch Elementary School located?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School is located in the Ventana Ranch neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son was a transfer student from California to VRES. We have been very happy with the school overall but particularly with his 3rd-grade teacher, Mrs. Louton. Not only was she patient, kind, and considerate of my child but she differentiated his instruction to meet his needs. My son's 3rd-grade year was the first return from Covid and the excitement and engagement Mrs. Louton provided were exactly what we were hoping for.
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