Below Average
#700 of 864 schools in NM
East San Jose Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
415 THAXTON AVE SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#700 of 864
In Albuquerque
#138 of 190
public schools
In district
#120 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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East San Jose Elementary
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About East San Jose Elementary
East San Jose Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. East San Jose Elementary serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East San Jose Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for East San Jose 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
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, East San Jose Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at East San Jose 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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East San Jose Elementary — Students at East San Jose Elementary score 14% 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: 3.9/10.
How East San Jose Elementary Compares
See how East San Jose 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
415 THAXTON AVE SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East San Jose Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIEN AGUAS INTERNATIONAL (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood 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
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| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces, NM | 4.8 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 4.8 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
| GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Lovington, NM | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East San Jose Elementary
What grades does East San Jose Elementary serve?
East San Jose Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East San Jose Elementary?
East San Jose Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East San Jose Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at East San Jose Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East San Jose Elementary rank in NM?
East San Jose Elementary ranks #700 of 864 schools in NM.
What is East San Jose Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
East San Jose 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 East San Jose Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East San Jose Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East San Jose Elementary a charter school?
No, East San Jose Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East San Jose Elementary a Title I school?
No, East San Jose Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East San Jose Elementary?
100.6% of students at East San Jose 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
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (505) 764-2005
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #120 of 169
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