Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carlos Rey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlos Rey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlos Rey Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Carlos Rey 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 Carlos Rey Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#693 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
5%
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
92%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Carlos Rey Elementary School's ranking?
Carlos Rey Elementary School is ranked #693 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Carlos Rey Elementary School often compared to?
Carlos Rey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rudolfo Anaya Elementary School, George I Sanchez, Edward Gonzales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Carlos Rey Elementary School?
474 students attend Carlos Rey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Carlos Rey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlos Rey Elementary School?
Carlos Rey Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlos Rey Elementary School offer ?
Carlos Rey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlos Rey Elementary School part of?
Carlos Rey Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Carlos Rey Elementary School located?
Carlos Rey Elementary School is located in the Westgate Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Westgate Heights.
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