Chamiza Elementary

Chamiza Elementary serves 269 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Albuquerque's northwest area. With a student-teacher ratio of 13.4 to 1 and 20 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides relatively small class sizes that allow for more individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 189th out of 874 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 78th percentile among New Mexico schools.

Students show stronger performance in reading, with 42% scoring proficient or above across grade levels, while math achievement stands at 32% proficient or above, indicating opportunities for continued growth in mathematical skills. Chamiza Elementary is situated in the 87120 ZIP code area, a stable community where the median household income reaches $80,704 and home values average $248,800. The neighborhood reflects an educated population, with 37% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 11.7%.

This supportive community environment, combined with the school's commitment to student development, creates a foundation for learning in Albuquerque's large city setting.