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#505 of 864 schools in NM
Colinas Del Norte Elementary
Elementary School · RIO RANCHO
1001 NIGHT SKY AVE NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#505 of 864
In Rio Rancho
#7 of 22
public schools
In district
#5 of 20
RIO RANCHO
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Colinas Del Norte Elementary
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About Colinas Del Norte Elementary
Colinas Del Norte Elementary is a public elementary school in Rio Rancho, NM, part of RIO RANCHO. Colinas Del Norte Elementary serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Colinas Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #505 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Colinas Del Norte Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Colinas Del Norte 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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Colinas Del Norte Elementary — Students at Colinas Del Norte Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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: 4.6/10.
How Colinas Del Norte Elementary Compares
See how Colinas Del Norte 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
1001 NIGHT SKY AVE NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colinas Del Norte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY (rated 5.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rio Rancho, see our Rio Rancho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL Rio Rancho | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| RIO RANCHO HIGH Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| GOSPEL LIGHT BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 4.1 mi | 3.5 |
| RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MAGGIE CORDOVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 4.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
| THE ASK ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 4.7 mi | 7.9 |
| RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RIO RANCHO ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 5.2 mi | 4.7 |
| LEAP INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 5.5 mi | — |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 5.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ENCHANTED HILLS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 5.3 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,973
Median Home Value
$280,600
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
49,976
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.7
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| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 5.8 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 5.8 |
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colinas Del Norte Elementary
What grades does Colinas Del Norte Elementary serve?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colinas Del Norte Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Colinas Del Norte Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colinas Del Norte Elementary rank in NM?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary ranks #505 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Colinas Del Norte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Colinas Del Norte Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colinas Del Norte Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Colinas Del Norte Elementary a charter school?
No, Colinas Del Norte Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colinas Del Norte Elementary a Title I school?
No, Colinas Del Norte Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colinas Del Norte Elementary?
64.9% of students at Colinas Del Norte 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
- 561
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sandoval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (505) 896-3378
Resources & Links
District
RIO RANCHO- District Enrollment
- 16,725
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,392
- District Rank
- #5 of 20
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