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Tomasita Elementary

Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE

701 TOMASITA ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123

Enrollment

209

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#461 of 864

In Albuquerque

#85 of 190

public schools

In district

#70 of 169

ALBUQUERQUE

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Tomasita Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Albuquerque · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tomasita Elementary

Tomasita Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Tomasita Elementary serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tomasita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Tomasita Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Tomasita Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

66% of students at Tomasita 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,108
Chronic Absenteeism65.6%

Tomasita Elementary — Students at Tomasita Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Tomasita Elementary Compares

See how Tomasita Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
47th percentile in NM
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
101%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

701 TOMASITA ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tomasita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SANDIA BASE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque 0.1 mi 5.4
GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque 0.2 mi 4.7
MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.6 mi 4.1
OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.8 mi
MANZANO HIGH Albuquerque 0.8 mi 5.5
PUBLIC ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS Albuquerque 1.1 mi 8.1
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.0 mi 6.5
MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.3 mi 5.7
JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.3 mi 6.2
GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.2 mi 6.6
APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.3 mi 3.7
CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.4 mi 4.6
JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 5.8
COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.7 mi 4.5
ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque 1.5 mi 7.2
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 6.8
TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.9 mi 5.5
BELLEHAVEN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.7 mi 4.3
HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.8 mi 5.7
SANDIA BASE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,552

Median Home Value

$236,400

Median Rent

$995/mo

Population

43,515

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tomasita Elementary

What grades does Tomasita Elementary serve?

Tomasita Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tomasita Elementary?

Tomasita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tomasita Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tomasita 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 Tomasita Elementary rank in NM?

Tomasita Elementary ranks #461 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Tomasita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tomasita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Tomasita Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tomasita Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tomasita Elementary a charter school?

No, Tomasita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tomasita Elementary a Title I school?

No, Tomasita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tomasita Elementary?

100.5% of students at Tomasita 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

District

ALBUQUERQUE
District Enrollment
76,756
Schools in District
174
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,108
District Rank
#70 of 169

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