Ventana Ranch Elementary School serves 624 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 44%
- Reading Proficiency: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ventana Ranch Elementary School's student population of 624 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ventana Ranch 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ventana Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Ventana Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Ventana Ranch Elementary School?
624 students attend Ventana Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ventana Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ventana Ranch Elementary School?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ventana Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ventana Ranch Elementary School part of?
Ventana Ranch Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/2/2022
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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