Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wherry 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 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Wherry Elementary serves the eastern part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wherry Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wherry 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 Wherry Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#655 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Wherry Elementary School's ranking?
Wherry Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Wherry Elementary School often compared to?
Wherry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandia Base 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 Wherry Elementary School?
240 students attend Wherry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wherry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wherry Elementary School?
Wherry Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wherry Elementary School offer ?
Wherry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wherry Elementary School part of?
Wherry Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Wherry Elementary School located?
Wherry Elementary School is located in the Kirtland Air Force Base neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Kirtland Air Force Base.
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