Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alameda Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alameda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alameda Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Alameda Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alameda Elementary School's ranking?
Alameda Elementary School is ranked #477 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Alameda Elementary School often compared to?
Alameda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Montezuma Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Alameda Elementary School?
205 students attend Alameda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Alameda Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alameda Elementary School?
Alameda Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alameda Elementary School offer ?
Alameda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alameda Elementary School part of?
Alameda Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Alameda Elementary School located?
Alameda Elementary School is located in the Alamedan Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Alamedan Valley.
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