Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dennis Chavez Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dennis Chavez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dennis Chavez Elementary School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Dennis Chavez Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dennis Chavez Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#105 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
40%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Dennis Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Dennis Chavez Elementary School often compared to?
Dennis Chavez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Del Oso Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Dennis Chavez Elementary School?
578 students attend Dennis Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dennis Chavez Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dennis Chavez Elementary School?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dennis Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dennis Chavez Elementary School part of?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Dennis Chavez Elementary School located?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School is located in the Heritage Hills neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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