Needs Improvement
#863 of 864 schools in NM
Atrisco Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1201 ATRISCO RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#863 of 864
In Albuquerque
#190 of 190
public schools
In district
#169 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Atrisco Elementary
Atrisco Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Atrisco Elementary serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Atrisco Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Atrisco Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Atrisco Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
65% of students at Atrisco 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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Atrisco Elementary — Students at Atrisco 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%
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: 1.5/10.
How Atrisco Elementary Compares
See how Atrisco Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 ATRISCO RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atrisco Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| RIO GRANDE HIGH Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ALAMOSA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ERNIE PYLE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SCHOOL ON WHEELS HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | — |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,928
Median Home Value
$200,300
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
54,215
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe, NM | 2.6 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 2.8 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 2.9 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 2.9 |
| BEL-AIR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.0 |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atrisco Elementary
What grades does Atrisco Elementary serve?
Atrisco Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Atrisco Elementary?
Atrisco Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atrisco Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Atrisco Elementary is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Atrisco Elementary rank in NM?
Atrisco Elementary ranks #863 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Atrisco Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Atrisco Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Atrisco Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Atrisco Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Atrisco Elementary a charter school?
No, Atrisco Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atrisco Elementary a Title I school?
No, Atrisco Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atrisco Elementary?
100.0% of students at Atrisco 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
- 206
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.0%
- Phone
- (505) 877-2772
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #169 of 169
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