Needs Improvement
#842 of 864 schools in NM
Alamosa Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
6500 SUNSET GARDENS RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#842 of 864
In Albuquerque
#183 of 190
public schools
In district
#163 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Alamosa Elementary
Alamosa Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Alamosa Elementary serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Alamosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Alamosa Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Alamosa Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alamosa Elementary — Students at Alamosa Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Alamosa Elementary Compares
See how Alamosa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6500 SUNSET GARDENS RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alamosa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY (rated 5.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ATRISCO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| RIO GRANDE HIGH Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST MESA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TOWER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,184
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
76,135
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
31.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CUBA ELEMENTARY Cuba, NM | 3.5 |
| MISSION AVENUE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.6 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
| GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
| MISSOURI AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 3.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alamosa Elementary
What grades does Alamosa Elementary serve?
Alamosa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alamosa Elementary?
Alamosa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alamosa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alamosa Elementary is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alamosa Elementary rank in NM?
Alamosa Elementary ranks #842 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Alamosa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alamosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alamosa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alamosa Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Alamosa Elementary a charter school?
No, Alamosa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alamosa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alamosa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alamosa Elementary?
100.5% of students at Alamosa Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.9%
- Phone
- (505) 836-0288
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #163 of 169
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