Very Good
#232 of 864 schools in NM
Top 27% in state
Edmund G Ross Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
6700 PALOMAS NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#232 of 864
In Albuquerque
#52 of 190
public schools
In district
#39 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Edmund G Ross Elementary
Edmund G Ross Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Edmund G Ross Elementary serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmund G Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Edmund G Ross Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Edmund G Ross 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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Edmund G Ross Elementary — Students at Edmund G Ross Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.8%
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: 7.2/10.
How Edmund G Ross Elementary Compares
See how Edmund G Ross 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
6700 PALOMAS NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edmund G Ross Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTURA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI ONE (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Albuquerque | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CORRALES INTERNATIONAL Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| LA CUEVA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| DESERT RIDGE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ALBUQUERQUE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ALTURA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| THE GREAT ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| OAK GROVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| DESIGN FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| DLD SYCAMORE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH STAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,295
Median Home Value
$298,300
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
39,323
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
42.7
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| BERINO ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 7.1 |
| CROWNPOINT ELEMENTARY Crownpoint, NM | 7.1 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 7.1 |
| MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.1 |
| RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Hatch, NM | 7.1 |
| BEN ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY Lovington, NM | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edmund G Ross Elementary
What grades does Edmund G Ross Elementary serve?
Edmund G Ross Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edmund G Ross Elementary?
Edmund G Ross Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmund G Ross Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Edmund G Ross Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edmund G Ross Elementary rank in NM?
Edmund G Ross Elementary ranks #232 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Edmund G Ross Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Edmund G Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Edmund G Ross Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmund G Ross Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edmund G Ross Elementary a charter school?
No, Edmund G Ross Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edmund G Ross Elementary a Title I school?
No, Edmund G Ross Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmund G Ross Elementary?
100.8% of students at Edmund G Ross 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.4%
- Phone
- (505) 821-0185
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #39 of 169
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