Very Good
#214 of 864 schools in NM
Top 25% in state
Based on limited data
Isleta Elementary School
Elementary School · Isleta Elementary School
1000 Moonlight Drive, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 187 schools in Albuquerque. Learn more
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#214 of 864
In Albuquerque
#46 of 190
public schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Isleta Elementary School
Elementary School in Albuquerque · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Isleta Elementary School
Isleta Elementary School is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of Isleta Elementary School. Isleta Elementary School serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Isleta Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #214 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Isleta Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Isleta Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
42% of students at Isleta Elementary School 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
97%
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 Isleta Elementary School Compares
See how Isleta Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 Moonlight Drive, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Isleta Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Los Lunas), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GEORGE I SANCHEZ (rated 7.6/10, 8.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PERALTA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| POLK MIDDLE Albuquerque | 5.7 mi | 4.5 |
| LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas | 6.4 mi | 5.6 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas | 6.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNDANCE ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PAJARITO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 7.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 8.0 mi | 3.7 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ Albuquerque | 8.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ATRISCO HERITAGE ACADEMY HS Albuquerque | 8.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HARRISON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,928
Median Home Value
$200,300
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
54,215
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| DIXON ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 7.3 |
| HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Mora, NM | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe, NM | 7.2 |
| MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY Mountainair, NM | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Isleta Elementary School
What grades does Isleta Elementary School serve?
Isleta Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Isleta Elementary School?
Isleta Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Isleta Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Isleta Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Isleta Elementary School rank in NM?
Isleta Elementary School ranks #214 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Isleta Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Isleta Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Isleta Elementary School a charter school?
No, Isleta Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Isleta Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Isleta Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isleta Elementary School?
97.0% of students at Isleta Elementary School 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (505) 869-2321
Resources & Links
District
Isleta Elementary School- District Enrollment
- 99
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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