Below Average
#747 of 864 schools in NM
Painted Sky Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
8101 GAVIN DR NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#747 of 864
In Albuquerque
#158 of 190
public schools
In district
#139 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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Painted Sky Elementary
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About Painted Sky Elementary
Painted Sky Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Painted Sky Elementary serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Painted Sky Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Painted Sky Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% 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
51% of students at Painted Sky 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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Painted Sky Elementary — Students at Painted Sky 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
100.4%
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: 2.6/10.
How Painted Sky Elementary Compares
See how Painted Sky 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
8101 GAVIN DR NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Painted Sky Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRES VOLCANES COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORIZON ACADEMY WEST (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| TRES VOLCANES COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| SUSIE RAYOS MARMON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| WEST MESA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| HORIZON ACADEMY WEST Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| TOWER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CRESTVIEW SDA ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ALAMOSA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,887
Median Home Value
$276,900
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
65,477
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield, NM | 4.5 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.6 |
| FAIRACRES ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Painted Sky Elementary
What grades does Painted Sky Elementary serve?
Painted Sky Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Painted Sky Elementary?
Painted Sky Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Painted Sky Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Painted Sky Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Painted Sky Elementary rank in NM?
Painted Sky Elementary ranks #747 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Painted Sky Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Painted Sky 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 Painted Sky Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Painted Sky Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Painted Sky Elementary a charter school?
No, Painted Sky Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Painted Sky Elementary a Title I school?
No, Painted Sky Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Painted Sky Elementary?
100.4% of students at Painted Sky 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
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.3%
- Phone
- (505) 836-7763
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #139 of 169
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