Needs Improvement
#856 of 864 schools in NM
Bel-air Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
4725 CANDELARIA RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#856 of 864
In Albuquerque
#187 of 190
public schools
In district
#166 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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Bel-air Elementary
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About Bel-air Elementary
Bel-air Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Bel-air Elementary serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bel-air Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #856 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Bel-air Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Bel-air Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Bel-air 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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Bel-air Elementary — Students at Bel-air Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.4%
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: 1.9/10.
How Bel-air Elementary Compares
See how Bel-air 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
4725 CANDELARIA RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bel-air Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ECADEMY K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| MCKINLEY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW FUTURES HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ECADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ECADEMY K-8 Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| DEL NORTE HIGH Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| NEX GEN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ACTON ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTEZUMA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,593
Median Home Value
$251,400
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
40,142
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 2.9 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 2.9 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 3.2 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bel-air Elementary
What grades does Bel-air Elementary serve?
Bel-air Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bel-air Elementary?
Bel-air Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bel-air Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bel-air Elementary is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bel-air Elementary rank in NM?
Bel-air Elementary ranks #856 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Bel-air Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bel-air Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Bel-air Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bel-air Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bel-air Elementary a charter school?
No, Bel-air Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bel-air Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bel-air Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bel-air Elementary?
100.4% of students at Bel-air 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
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.3%
- Phone
- (505) 888-4033
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #166 of 169
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