Excellent
#59 of 864 schools in NM
Top 7% in state
Placitas Elementary
Elementary School · BERNALILLO
224 N CAMINO DEL PUEBLO, Bernalillo, NM 87004
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#59 of 864
In Bernalillo
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
BERNALILLO
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Placitas Elementary
Placitas Elementary is a public elementary school in Bernalillo, NM, part of BERNALILLO. Placitas Elementary serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Placitas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Placitas Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, Placitas Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Placitas Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
46% of students at Placitas 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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Placitas Elementary — Students at Placitas Elementary score 54% 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: 8.0/10.
How Placitas Elementary Compares
See how Placitas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
224 N CAMINO DEL PUEBLO, Bernalillo, NM 87004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Placitas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTURA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GEORGIA O'KEEFFE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI ONE (rated 8.0/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bernalillo, see our Bernalillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALGODONES ELEMENTARY Algodones | 5.7 mi | 3.7 |
| San Felipe Pueblo Elementary School San Felipe Pue | 6.5 mi | 3.8 |
| BERNALILLO HIGH Bernalillo | 6.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WD CARROLL ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 6.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LA ESCUELITA EARLY CHILDHOOD Bernalillo | 6.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SPARTAN LEARNING ACADEMY Bernalillo | 7.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BERNALILLO ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 7.3 mi | 5.4 |
| DOUBLE EAGLE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 9.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho | 8.6 mi | 7.6 |
| EAST MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Sandia Park | 10.4 mi | 8.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 9.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 10.8 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH STAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 10.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SANDIA VISTA ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 9.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque | 11.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque | 11.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ALTURA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 11.1 mi | 9.1 |
| DESERT RIDGE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 11.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LA CUEVA HIGH Albuquerque | 11.4 mi | 8.0 |
| GEORGIA O'KEEFFE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 12.1 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,319
Median Home Value
$235,200
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
11,274
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.5
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| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington, NM | 8.6 |
| ARREY ELEMENTARY Arrey, NM | 8.7 |
| GRADY ELEMENTARY Grady, NM | 8.5 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe, NM | 8.7 |
| DORA ELEMENTARY Dora, NM | 8.4 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau, NM | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Placitas Elementary
What grades does Placitas Elementary serve?
Placitas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Placitas Elementary?
Placitas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Placitas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Placitas Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Placitas Elementary rank in NM?
Placitas Elementary ranks #59 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Placitas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Placitas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Placitas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Placitas Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Placitas Elementary a charter school?
No, Placitas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Placitas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Placitas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Placitas Elementary?
100.0% of students at Placitas 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Sandoval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (505) 867-2488
Resources & Links
District
BERNALILLO- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,085
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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