Needs Improvement
#827 of 864 schools in NM
Apache Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
12800 COPPER ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#827 of 864
In Albuquerque
#179 of 190
public schools
In district
#159 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Apache Elementary
Apache Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Apache Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Apache Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #827 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Apache Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Apache 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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Apache Elementary — Students at Apache Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Apache Elementary Compares
See how Apache 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
12800 COPPER ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apache Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ONATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOMASITA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MANZANO HIGH Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PUBLIC ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | — |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SANDIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,552
Median Home Value
$236,400
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
43,515
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
40.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
| MISSOURI AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 3.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 3.7 |
| Wingate Elementary School Ft. Wingate, NM | 3.7 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apache Elementary
What grades does Apache Elementary serve?
Apache Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Apache Elementary?
Apache Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apache Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Apache Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apache Elementary rank in NM?
Apache Elementary ranks #827 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Apache Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Apache Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Apache Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apache Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Apache Elementary a charter school?
No, Apache Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apache Elementary a Title I school?
No, Apache Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apache Elementary?
100.0% of students at Apache 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (505) 292-7735
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #159 of 169
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