Very Good
#162 of 864 schools in NM
Top 19% in state
Los Padillas Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
2525 LOS PADILLAS RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#162 of 864
In Albuquerque
#34 of 190
public schools
In district
#26 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Los Padillas Elementary
Los Padillas Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Los Padillas Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Padillas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Los Padillas Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Los Padillas Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
51% of students at Los Padillas 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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Los Padillas Elementary — Students at Los Padillas Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Los Padillas Elementary Compares
See how Los Padillas 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
2525 LOS PADILLAS RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Padillas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGE I SANCHEZ (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Isleta Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 5.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POLK MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PAJARITO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| HARRISON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ADOBE ACRES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ Albuquerque | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 5.2 mi | 4.8 |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 5.2 mi | 3.1 |
| ATRISCO HERITAGE ACADEMY HS Albuquerque | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 5.5 mi | — |
| ROBERT F. KENNEDY CHARTER Albuquerque | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 6.2 mi | 7.7 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MESA DEL SOL Albuquerque | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RIO GRANDE HIGH Albuquerque | 6.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 6.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 6.6 mi | 6.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.6 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque, NM | 7.6 |
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho, NM | 7.6 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL BELEN Belen, NM | 7.6 |
| Ch'ooshgai Community School Tohatchi, NM | 7.5 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Padillas Elementary
What grades does Los Padillas Elementary serve?
Los Padillas Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Los Padillas Elementary?
Los Padillas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Padillas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Padillas Elementary is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Padillas Elementary rank in NM?
Los Padillas Elementary ranks #162 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Los Padillas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Padillas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Los Padillas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Padillas Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Los Padillas Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Padillas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Padillas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Padillas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Padillas Elementary?
100.0% of students at Los Padillas 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
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (505) 877-0108
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #26 of 169
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