Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maryann Binford 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 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 96% 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: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maryann Binford 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
Maryann Binford Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Maryann Binford 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 Maryann Binford Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#774 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
94%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Maryann Binford Elementary School's ranking?
Maryann Binford Elementary School is ranked #774 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Maryann Binford Elementary School?
438 students attend Maryann Binford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Maryann Binford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maryann Binford Elementary School?
Maryann Binford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maryann Binford Elementary School offer ?
Maryann Binford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maryann Binford Elementary School part of?
Maryann Binford Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Maryann Binford Elementary School located?
Maryann Binford 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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