Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandia Vista 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 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandia Vista 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
Sandia Vista Elementary School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Sandia Vista 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 Sandia Vista Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#123 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
56%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Sandia Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Sandia Vista Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sandia Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Sandia Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Double Eagle Elementary School, Vista Grande Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sandia Vista Elementary School?
692 students attend Sandia Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sandia Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandia Vista Elementary School?
Sandia Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandia Vista Elementary School offer ?
Sandia Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandia Vista Elementary School part of?
Sandia Vista Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandia Vista Elementary School located?
Sandia Vista Elementary School is located in the Lomas Encantadas neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
School Reviews
5 2/4/2021
This school has been great for my 5th grader! We moved from APS and my son couldn''t be happier.
1 5/19/2020
Eight years (two kids), three principles, and a new one next year. Out of eight years dealing with this school, my kids had three good teachers. I am so happy to try a new school for my son. My family leaves this school after eight years with far more negative experiences, than positive.
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