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#558 of 864 schools in NM
Bluffview Elementary
Elementary School · FARMINGTON
1204 CAMINO REAL, Farmington, NM 87401
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#558 of 864
In Farmington
#14 of 20
public schools
In district
#14 of 20
FARMINGTON
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Bluffview Elementary
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About Bluffview Elementary
Bluffview Elementary is a public elementary school in Farmington, NM, part of FARMINGTON. Bluffview Elementary serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluffview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #558 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Bluffview Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bluffview Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Bluffview 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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Bluffview Elementary — Students at Bluffview Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
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: 6.6/10.
How Bluffview Elementary Compares
See how Bluffview 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
1204 CAMINO REAL, Farmington, NM 87401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluffview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCCORMICK ELEMENTARY Farmington | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY WEST Farmington | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Farmington | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ACTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Farmington | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| HERMOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| FARMINGTON HIGH Farmington | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| LADERA DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CASA MONTESSORI Farmington | 3.5 mi | — |
| NAVAJO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Farmington | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Navajo Preparatory School Farmington | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,358
Median Home Value
$202,400
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
45,020
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DULCE ELEMENTARY Dulce, NM | 5.6 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 5.6 |
| MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.6 |
| MORIARTY ELEMENTARY Moriarty, NM | 5.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 5.6 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluffview Elementary
What grades does Bluffview Elementary serve?
Bluffview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bluffview Elementary?
Bluffview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluffview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluffview Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bluffview Elementary rank in NM?
Bluffview Elementary ranks #558 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Bluffview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bluffview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Bluffview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluffview Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bluffview Elementary a charter school?
No, Bluffview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluffview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bluffview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluffview Elementary?
65.4% of students at Bluffview 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (505) 599-8603
Resources & Links
District
FARMINGTON- District Enrollment
- 11,120
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,791
- District Rank
- #14 of 20
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