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#524 of 864 schools in NM
Petroglyph Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
5100 MARNA LYNN AVE NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#524 of 864
In Albuquerque
#97 of 190
public schools
In district
#82 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Petroglyph Elementary
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About Petroglyph Elementary
Petroglyph Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Petroglyph Elementary serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Petroglyph Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Petroglyph Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Petroglyph 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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Petroglyph Elementary — Students at Petroglyph Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
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: 4.1/10.
How Petroglyph Elementary Compares
See how Petroglyph 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
5100 MARNA LYNN AVE NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Petroglyph Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALVARADO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Los Ranchos De Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| CHAMIZA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| CIBOLA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| L.B. JOHNSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| SUNSET VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PARADISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| JAMES MONROE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| TAYLOR MIDDLE Los Ranchos De Albuquerque | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LOS RANCHOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY Los Ranchos De Albuquerque | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| TAFT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,768
Median Home Value
$296,200
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
70,064
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| MCCORMICK ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 5.7 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 5.8 |
| COLINAS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho, NM | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Petroglyph Elementary
What grades does Petroglyph Elementary serve?
Petroglyph Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Petroglyph Elementary?
Petroglyph Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Petroglyph Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Petroglyph Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Petroglyph Elementary rank in NM?
Petroglyph Elementary ranks #524 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Petroglyph Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Petroglyph Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Petroglyph Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Petroglyph Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Petroglyph Elementary a charter school?
No, Petroglyph Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Petroglyph Elementary a Title I school?
No, Petroglyph Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Petroglyph Elementary?
67.4% of students at Petroglyph 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
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (505) 898-0923
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #82 of 169
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