Below Average
#683 of 864 schools in NM
Emerson Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
620 GEORGIA ST SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#683 of 864
In Albuquerque
#132 of 190
public schools
In district
#114 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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Emerson Elementary
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About Emerson Elementary
Emerson Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Emerson Elementary serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #683 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Emerson Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Emerson Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Emerson Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
79% of students at Emerson 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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Emerson Elementary — Students at Emerson Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
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: 6.9/10.
How Emerson Elementary Compares
See how Emerson 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
620 GEORGIA ST SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ZIA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VAN BUREN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| VOZ COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| WILSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| WHERRY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LA MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHLAND AUTISM CENTER Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND HIGH Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SANDIA BASE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW MEXICO ACADEMY FOR THE MEDIA ARTS Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,578
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
35,985
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Kirtland, NM | 4.9 |
| MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty, NM | 4.9 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 4.9 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerson Elementary
What grades does Emerson Elementary serve?
Emerson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Emerson Elementary?
Emerson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementary is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerson Elementary rank in NM?
Emerson Elementary ranks #683 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Emerson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Emerson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerson Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Emerson Elementary a charter school?
No, Emerson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Emerson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerson Elementary?
99.6% of students at Emerson 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
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.5%
- Phone
- (505) 255-9091
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #114 of 169
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