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#571 of 864 schools in NM
Sandia Vista Elementary
Elementary School · RIO RANCHO
6800 FRANKLIN RD NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#571 of 864
In Rio Rancho
#9 of 22
public schools
In district
#7 of 20
RIO RANCHO
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sandia Vista Elementary
Elementary School in Rio Rancho · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sandia Vista Elementary
Sandia Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Rio Rancho, NM, part of RIO RANCHO. Sandia Vista Elementary serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandia Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #571 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sandia Vista Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sandia Vista Elementary — Students at Sandia Vista Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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: 4.3/10.
How Sandia Vista Elementary Compares
See how Sandia Vista 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
6800 FRANKLIN RD NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandia Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORRALES ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Corrales), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WD CARROLL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Bernalillo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rio Rancho, see our Rio Rancho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| VISTA GRANDE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BERNALILLO ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SPARTAN LEARNING ACADEMY Bernalillo | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ENCHANTED HILLS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| WD CARROLL ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| LA ESCUELITA EARLY CHILDHOOD Bernalillo | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BERNALILLO HIGH Bernalillo | 3.1 mi | 4.8 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SHINING STARS PRESCHOOL Rio Rancho | 4.1 mi | 3.8 |
| SANDIA VIEW ACADEMY Corrales | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SANDIA VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corrales | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| THE ASK ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 5.0 mi | 7.9 |
| RIO RANCHO ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| RIO RANCHO HIGH Rio Rancho | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CORRALES ELEMENTARY Corrales | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,973
Median Home Value
$280,600
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
49,976
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.7
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|---|---|
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 5.5 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 5.4 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY Santa Fe, NM | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandia Vista Elementary
What grades does Sandia Vista Elementary serve?
Sandia Vista Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sandia Vista Elementary?
Sandia Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandia Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandia Vista Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sandia Vista Elementary rank in NM?
Sandia Vista Elementary ranks #571 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sandia Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandia Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Sandia Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandia Vista Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sandia Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Sandia Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandia Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sandia Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandia Vista Elementary?
23.6% of students at Sandia Vista 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
- 692
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sandoval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (505) 338-2526
Resources & Links
District
RIO RANCHO- District Enrollment
- 16,725
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,392
- District Rank
- #7 of 20
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