Below Average
#698 of 864 schools in NM
Carlos Rey Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1215 CERRILLOS RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#698 of 864
In Albuquerque
#136 of 190
public schools
In district
#118 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Carlos Rey Elementary
Carlos Rey Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Carlos Rey Elementary serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlos Rey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #698 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Carlos Rey Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Carlos Rey 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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Carlos Rey Elementary — Students at Carlos Rey 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
100.6%
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: 3.8/10.
How Carlos Rey Elementary Compares
See how Carlos Rey 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
1215 CERRILLOS RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlos Rey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGE I SANCHEZ (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRUMAN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| TOWER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ATRISCO HERITAGE ACADEMY HS Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ROBERT F. KENNEDY CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PAINTED SKY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,184
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
76,135
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
31.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces, NM | 4.8 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 4.8 |
| EAST SAN JOSE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho, NM | 4.8 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlos Rey Elementary
What grades does Carlos Rey Elementary serve?
Carlos Rey Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carlos Rey Elementary?
Carlos Rey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlos Rey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlos Rey Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlos Rey Elementary rank in NM?
Carlos Rey Elementary ranks #698 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Carlos Rey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlos Rey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Carlos Rey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlos Rey Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carlos Rey Elementary a charter school?
No, Carlos Rey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlos Rey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carlos Rey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlos Rey Elementary?
100.6% of students at Carlos Rey 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
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (505) 836-7738
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #118 of 169
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