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Comanche Elementary

Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE

3505 PENNSYLVANIA ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#525 of 864

In Albuquerque

#98 of 190

public schools

In district

#83 of 169

ALBUQUERQUE

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Comanche Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Albuquerque · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Comanche Elementary

Comanche Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Comanche Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Comanche Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #525 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Comanche Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Comanche 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,108
Chronic Absenteeism35.7%

Comanche Elementary — Students at Comanche Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
24%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Comanche Elementary Compares

See how Comanche Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in NM
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3505 PENNSYLVANIA ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Comanche Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.5 mi 6.5
SANDIA HIGH Albuquerque 0.5 mi 8.1
CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque 0.5 mi
NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.6 mi 9.4
CLEVELAND MIDDLE Albuquerque 0.6 mi 6.4
SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Albuquerque 0.7 mi 4.5
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.9 mi 6.7
MADISON MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.0 mi 6.7
ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.1 mi 4.5
GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.2 mi 3.7
SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.2 mi 5.9
OSUNA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.3 mi 6.5
INEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 5.9
NEX GEN ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.4 mi 8.8
DEL NORTE HIGH Albuquerque 1.4 mi 4.8
MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Albuquerque 1.6 mi
DESIGN FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.9 mi 6.6
DLD SYCAMORE SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.9 mi 7.2
BELLEHAVEN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.9 mi 4.3
ALBUQUERQUE ACADEMY Albuquerque 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,593

Median Home Value

$251,400

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

40,142

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

41.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM 5.7
MCCORMICK ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM 5.7
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM 5.7
SUNSET MESA SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM 5.7
APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM 5.8
ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos, NM 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Comanche Elementary

What grades does Comanche Elementary serve?

Comanche Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Comanche Elementary?

Comanche Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Comanche Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Comanche Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Comanche Elementary rank in NM?

Comanche Elementary ranks #525 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Comanche Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Comanche Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Comanche Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Comanche Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Comanche Elementary a charter school?

No, Comanche Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Comanche Elementary a Title I school?

No, Comanche Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Comanche Elementary?

100.3% of students at Comanche 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

District

ALBUQUERQUE
District Enrollment
76,756
Schools in District
174
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,108
District Rank
#83 of 169

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