Serving 758 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vista Grande 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 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Grande Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Grande Elementary School's student population of 758 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Grande Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Grande Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#159 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Vista Grande Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Grande Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Vista Grande Elementary School often compared to?
Vista Grande Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandia Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Vista Grande Elementary School?
758 students attend Vista Grande Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Vista Grande Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Grande Elementary School?
Vista Grande Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vista Grande Elementary School offer ?
Vista Grande Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Grande Elementary School part of?
Vista Grande Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
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