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#425 of 864 schools in NM
Top 49% in state
Sandia Base Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
21001 WYOMING SE KAFB EAST, Albuquerque, NM 87116
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#425 of 864
In Albuquerque
#79 of 190
public schools
In district
#65 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Sandia Base Elementary
Sandia Base Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Sandia Base Elementary serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandia Base Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sandia Base Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Sandia Base 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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Sandia Base Elementary — Students at Sandia Base Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.3%
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: 5.4/10.
How Sandia Base Elementary Compares
See how Sandia Base 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
21001 WYOMING SE KAFB EAST, Albuquerque, NM 87116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandia Base Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHERRY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| VAN BUREN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| LA MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| VOZ COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| WILSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,877
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
3,953
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
1.9%
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
24.1
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| EAST GRAND PLAINS ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 6.2 |
| HATCH VALLEY ELEMENTARY Hatch, NM | 6.2 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.2 |
| MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.2 |
| RANCHOS DE TAOS ELEMENTARY Ranchos De Taos, NM | 6.2 |
| WD CARROLL ELEMENTARY Bernalillo, NM | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandia Base Elementary
What grades does Sandia Base Elementary serve?
Sandia Base Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sandia Base Elementary?
Sandia Base Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandia Base Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandia Base Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sandia Base Elementary rank in NM?
Sandia Base Elementary ranks #425 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sandia Base Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandia Base Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Sandia Base Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandia Base Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sandia Base Elementary a charter school?
No, Sandia Base Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandia Base Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sandia Base Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandia Base Elementary?
41.3% of students at Sandia Base 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
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (505) 268-4356
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #65 of 169
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