Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cochiti 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cochiti 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
Cochiti Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Cochiti 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 Cochiti Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#800 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
75%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cochiti Elementary School's ranking?
Cochiti Elementary School is ranked #800 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cochiti Elementary School?
169 students attend Cochiti Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cochiti Elementary School students are American Indian, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cochiti Elementary School?
Cochiti Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cochiti Elementary School offer ?
Cochiti Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cochiti Elementary School part of?
Cochiti Elementary School is part of Bernalillo School District.
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