Below Average
#758 of 864 schools in NM
Dolores Gonzales Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
900 ATLANTIC ST SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#758 of 864
In Albuquerque
#160 of 190
public schools
In district
#141 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Dolores Gonzales Elementary
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About Dolores Gonzales Elementary
Dolores Gonzales Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Dolores Gonzales Elementary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dolores Gonzales Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Dolores Gonzales Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Dolores Gonzales 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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Dolores Gonzales Elementary — Students at Dolores Gonzales Elementary score 20% 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: 2.6/10.
How Dolores Gonzales Elementary Compares
See how Dolores Gonzales 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
900 ATLANTIC ST SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dolores Gonzales Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANZANO DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SIEMBRA LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| WASHINGTON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| AMY BIEHL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHOOL ON WHEELS HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| LEW WALLACE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ABQ SIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MANZANO DAY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| EAST SAN JOSE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN FELIPE DE NERI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ACE LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,276
Median Home Value
$174,400
Median Rent
$868/mo
Population
20,258
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
36
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock, NM | 4.4 |
| FAIRACRES ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 4.4 |
| LOCKWOOD ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 4.4 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| SANDIA ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 4.4 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dolores Gonzales Elementary
What grades does Dolores Gonzales Elementary serve?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dolores Gonzales Elementary?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dolores Gonzales Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dolores Gonzales Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dolores Gonzales Elementary rank in NM?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary ranks #758 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Dolores Gonzales Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Dolores Gonzales Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dolores Gonzales Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dolores Gonzales Elementary a charter school?
No, Dolores Gonzales Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dolores Gonzales Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dolores Gonzales Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dolores Gonzales Elementary?
100.6% of students at Dolores Gonzales 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (505) 764-2020
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #141 of 169
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