Below Average
#775 of 864 schools in NM
Bellehaven Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
8701 PRINCESS JEANNE ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#775 of 864
In Albuquerque
#166 of 190
public schools
In district
#147 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Bellehaven Elementary
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About Bellehaven Elementary
Bellehaven Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Bellehaven Elementary serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellehaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #775 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Bellehaven Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Bellehaven Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
42% of students at Bellehaven 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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Bellehaven Elementary — Students at Bellehaven Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.9%
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: 2.1/10.
How Bellehaven Elementary Compares
See how Bellehaven 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
8701 PRINCESS JEANNE ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bellehaven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| INEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | — |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SANDIA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| LA MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MADISON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,610
Median Home Value
$254,400
Median Rent
$1,056/mo
Population
42,523
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOBE ACRES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
| DOLORES GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| SANDIA ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 4.4 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard, NM | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bellehaven Elementary
What grades does Bellehaven Elementary serve?
Bellehaven Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bellehaven Elementary?
Bellehaven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellehaven Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bellehaven Elementary is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bellehaven Elementary rank in NM?
Bellehaven Elementary ranks #775 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Bellehaven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bellehaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Bellehaven Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bellehaven Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bellehaven Elementary a charter school?
No, Bellehaven Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bellehaven Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bellehaven Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bellehaven Elementary?
100.9% of students at Bellehaven 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
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (505) 298-7489
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #147 of 169
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