Below Average
#746 of 864 schools in NM
Zuni Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
6300 CLAREMONT AVE NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#746 of 864
In Albuquerque
#157 of 190
public schools
In district
#138 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Zuni Elementary
Zuni Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Zuni Elementary serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Zuni Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Zuni Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Zuni 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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Zuni Elementary — Students at Zuni Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.4%
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: 1.6/10.
How Zuni Elementary Compares
See how Zuni 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
6300 CLAREMONT AVE NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zuni Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW FUTURES HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ECADEMY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ECADEMY K-8 Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SANDIA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | — |
| GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BEL-AIR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| INEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MCKINLEY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| DEL NORTE HIGH Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| NEX GEN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,593
Median Home Value
$251,400
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
40,142
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard, NM | 4.5 |
| CAMEO ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 4.5 |
| NIZHONI ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 4.5 |
| DOLORES GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zuni Elementary
What grades does Zuni Elementary serve?
Zuni Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Zuni Elementary?
Zuni Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zuni Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Zuni 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 Zuni Elementary rank in NM?
Zuni Elementary ranks #746 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Zuni Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Zuni Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Zuni Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Zuni Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Zuni Elementary a charter school?
No, Zuni Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Zuni Elementary a Title I school?
No, Zuni Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Zuni Elementary?
100.4% of students at Zuni 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
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (505) 881-8313
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #138 of 169
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