Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zuni 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zuni Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zuni 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 Zuni Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#422 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
67%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
18%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zuni Elementary School's ranking?
Zuni Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Zuni Elementary School often compared to?
Zuni Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montezuma Elementary School, Manzano Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Zuni Elementary School?
212 students attend Zuni Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Zuni Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zuni Elementary School?
Zuni Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zuni Elementary School offer ?
Zuni Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zuni Elementary School part of?
Zuni Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Zuni Elementary School located?
Zuni Elementary School is located in the Vista Encantada neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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