Excellent
#112 of 864 schools in NM
Top 13% in state
Alvarado Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1100 SOLAR RD NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#112 of 864
In Albuquerque
#26 of 190
public schools
In district
#20 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Alvarado Elementary
Alvarado Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Alvarado Elementary serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alvarado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Alvarado Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Alvarado 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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Alvarado Elementary — Students at Alvarado Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Alvarado Elementary Compares
See how Alvarado Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1100 SOLAR RD NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alvarado Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Los Ranchos De Albuquerque), with a very similar rating. Another option is MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| TAFT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNTAIN MAHOGANY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| CONTINUATION SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | — |
| GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| LOS RANCHOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| MIGHTY B ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LOS PUENTES CHARTER Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY Los Ranchos De Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| TAYLOR MIDDLE Los Ranchos De Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| GARFIELD MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| SANDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MISSION AVENUE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER Albuquerque | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,663
Median Home Value
$282,000
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
26,993
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
45.9
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|---|---|
| EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 8.0 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 8.1 |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock, NM | 7.9 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.1 |
| ROSELAWN ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 7.9 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alvarado Elementary
What grades does Alvarado Elementary serve?
Alvarado Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alvarado Elementary?
Alvarado Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alvarado Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alvarado Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alvarado Elementary rank in NM?
Alvarado Elementary ranks #112 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Alvarado Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alvarado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Alvarado Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alvarado Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Alvarado Elementary a charter school?
No, Alvarado Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alvarado Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alvarado Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alvarado Elementary?
100.0% of students at Alvarado 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (505) 344-4412
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #20 of 169
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