Average
#306 of 864 schools in NM
Top 35% in state
Peralta Elementary
Elementary School · LOS LUNAS
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#306 of 864
In Los Lunas
#6 of 17
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
LOS LUNAS
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Peralta Elementary
Peralta Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Lunas, NM, part of LOS LUNAS. Peralta Elementary serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Peralta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Peralta Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Peralta 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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Peralta Elementary — Students at Peralta Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
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: 4.9/10.
How Peralta Elementary Compares
See how Peralta 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
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peralta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Lunas, see our Los Lunas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| SUNDANCE ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.8 mi | 5.2 |
| VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas | 6.9 mi | 5.5 |
| VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas | 7.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen | 8.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 8.7 mi | 7.6 |
| POLK MIDDLE Albuquerque | 10.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,947
Median Home Value
$206,600
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
46,211
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.5
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| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan, NM | 6.8 |
| NANCY LOPEZ ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 6.8 |
| DAVID SKEET ELEMENTARY Vanderwagen, NM | 6.7 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 6.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
| OJO AMARILLO ELEMENTARY Fruitland, NM | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peralta Elementary
What grades does Peralta Elementary serve?
Peralta Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Peralta Elementary?
Peralta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peralta Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Peralta Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peralta Elementary rank in NM?
Peralta Elementary ranks #306 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Peralta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Peralta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Peralta Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peralta Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Peralta Elementary a charter school?
No, Peralta Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peralta Elementary a Title I school?
No, Peralta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peralta Elementary?
81.0% of students at Peralta 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
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Valencia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (505) 866-8231
Resources & Links
District
LOS LUNAS- District Enrollment
- 8,242
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,753
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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