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#574 of 864 schools in NM
Kit Carson Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1921 BYRON AV SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#574 of 864
In Albuquerque
#108 of 190
public schools
In district
#93 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Kit Carson Elementary
Kit Carson Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Kit Carson Elementary serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kit Carson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #574 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Kit Carson Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kit Carson 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.
58% of students at Kit Carson 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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Kit Carson Elementary — Students at Kit Carson Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 6.1/10.
How Kit Carson Elementary Compares
See how Kit Carson 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
1921 BYRON AV SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kit Carson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARMIJO 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 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ERNIE PYLE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| RIO GRANDE HIGH Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ATRISCO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | — |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SCHOOL ON WHEELS HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ADOBE ACRES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ALAMOSA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BERRENDO ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 5.5 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 5.5 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 5.5 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kit Carson Elementary
What grades does Kit Carson Elementary serve?
Kit Carson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Kit Carson Elementary?
Kit Carson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kit Carson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kit Carson Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kit Carson Elementary rank in NM?
Kit Carson Elementary ranks #574 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Kit Carson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kit Carson Elementary 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.
What are the test scores at Kit Carson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kit Carson Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kit Carson Elementary a charter school?
No, Kit Carson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kit Carson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kit Carson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kit Carson Elementary?
100.0% of students at Kit Carson 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (505) 877-2724
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #93 of 169
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