Below Average
#693 of 864 schools in NM
Valencia Elementary
Elementary School · LOS LUNAS
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#693 of 864
In Los Lunas
#17 of 17
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
LOS LUNAS
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Valencia Elementary
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About Valencia Elementary
Valencia Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Lunas, NM, part of LOS LUNAS. Valencia Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Valencia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #693 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Valencia Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Valencia 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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Valencia Elementary — Students at Valencia Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
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: 3.9/10.
How Valencia Elementary Compares
See how Valencia 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
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valencia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Isleta Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Lunas, see our Los Lunas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PERALTA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas | 5.1 mi | 5.5 |
| TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SUNDANCE ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas | 8.5 mi | 3.4 |
| CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belen | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,947
Median Home Value
$206,600
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
46,211
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| HILLRISE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 4.9 |
| HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Kirtland, NM | 4.9 |
| MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty, NM | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valencia Elementary
What grades does Valencia Elementary serve?
Valencia Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Valencia Elementary?
Valencia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valencia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valencia Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valencia Elementary rank in NM?
Valencia Elementary ranks #693 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Valencia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valencia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Valencia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valencia Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Valencia Elementary a charter school?
No, Valencia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valencia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valencia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valencia Elementary?
83.7% of students at Valencia 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Valencia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (505) 866-8231
Resources & Links
District
LOS LUNAS- District Enrollment
- 8,242
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,753
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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