Below Average
#744 of 864 schools in NM
Lavaland Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
501 57TH ST NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#744 of 864
In Albuquerque
#155 of 190
public schools
In district
#136 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Lavaland Elementary
Lavaland Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Lavaland Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lavaland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #744 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Lavaland Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Lavaland 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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Lavaland Elementary — Students at Lavaland 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
101.3%
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: 5.3/10.
How Lavaland Elementary Compares
See how Lavaland 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
501 57TH ST NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lavaland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST MESA HIGH Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ALAMOSA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SUSIE RAYOS MARMON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| CRESTVIEW SDA ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ATRISCO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| PAINTED SKY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMEO ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 4.5 |
| CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield, NM | 4.5 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| NIZHONI ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 4.5 |
| SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock, NM | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lavaland Elementary
What grades does Lavaland Elementary serve?
Lavaland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lavaland Elementary?
Lavaland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lavaland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lavaland 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 Lavaland Elementary rank in NM?
Lavaland Elementary ranks #744 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lavaland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lavaland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Lavaland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lavaland Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lavaland Elementary a charter school?
No, Lavaland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lavaland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lavaland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lavaland Elementary?
101.3% of students at Lavaland 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
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.2%
- Phone
- (505) 836-4911
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #136 of 169
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