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#578 of 864 schools in NM
Based on limited data
Helen Cordero Primary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
8800 EUCARIZ SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 187 schools in Albuquerque. Learn more
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#578 of 864
In Albuquerque
#111 of 190
public schools
In district
#97 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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Helen Cordero Primary
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About Helen Cordero Primary
Helen Cordero Primary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Helen Cordero Primary serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Cordero Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at Helen Cordero Primary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Helen Cordero Primary Compares
See how Helen Cordero Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8800 EUCARIZ SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Cordero Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY (rated 5.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| TOWER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| CARLOS REY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| ALAMOSA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PAINTED SKY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBERT F. KENNEDY CHARTER Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| WEST MESA HIGH Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,184
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
76,135
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
31.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BERRENDO ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 5.5 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 5.5 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 5.5 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Cordero Primary
What grades does Helen Cordero Primary serve?
Helen Cordero Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Helen Cordero Primary?
Helen Cordero Primary has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Cordero Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Cordero Primary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Cordero Primary rank in NM?
Helen Cordero Primary ranks #578 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Helen Cordero Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Cordero Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Helen Cordero Primary a charter school?
No, Helen Cordero Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Cordero Primary a Title I school?
No, Helen Cordero Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helen Cordero Primary?
100.2% of students at Helen Cordero Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.3%
- Phone
- (505) 833-5830
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #97 of 169
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