Below Average
#770 of 864 schools in NM
Kirtland Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
3530 GIBSON BLVD SE, Albuquerque, NM 87118
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Albuquerque
#182 of 189
public schools
New Mexico elementary schools
#415 of 468
In district
#162 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
8.0 / 10
Very strong
About Kirtland Elementary
Kirtland Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 187 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1 with 18 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 3.7 out of 10, placing it at #693 among 874 schools in New Mexico, which reflects the institution’s focus on student development rather than just academic performance.
In terms of test scores, Kirtland Elementary shows areas for improvement with only 14% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 10% proficient or above in Math. Despite its challenges, Kirtland Elementary is situated in a large city setting within Albuquerque's dynamic community. The school continues to work towards providing a supportive educational environment for all its students.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 187 students, Kirtland Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Score Breakdown
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Kirtland Elementary — Students at Kirtland Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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: 4.0/10.
How Kirtland Elementary Compares
See how Kirtland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 12% (2019) to 7.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 17% (2019) to 12% (2022).
Location
3530 GIBSON BLVD SE, Albuquerque, NM 87118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirtland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BANDELIER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ZIA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miSimilar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Hatch, NM | 4.4 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| DAVID SKEET ELEMENTARY Vanderwagen, NM | 4.5 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 4.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Carlsbad, NM | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirtland Elementary
What grades does Kirtland Elementary serve?
Kirtland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kirtland Elementary?
Kirtland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirtland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirtland Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kirtland Elementary rank in NM?
Kirtland Elementary is ranked #770 out of 864 schools in NM.
What is Kirtland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirtland Elementary has a composite rating of 4.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kirtland Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Kirtland Elementary has 9.8% math proficiency and 14.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Kirtland Elementary a charter school?
No, Kirtland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kirtland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kirtland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kirtland Elementary?
99.5% of students at Kirtland 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,820/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Albuquerque). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 255-3131
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #162 of 169
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