Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adobe Acres 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adobe Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Adobe Acres Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adobe Acres 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 Adobe Acres Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#547 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adobe Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Adobe Acres Elementary School is ranked #547 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Adobe Acres Elementary School?
306 students attend Adobe Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Adobe Acres Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adobe Acres Elementary School?
Adobe Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adobe Acres Elementary School offer ?
Adobe Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Adobe Acres Elementary School part of?
Adobe Acres Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Adobe Acres Elementary School located?
Adobe Acres Elementary School is located in the Adobe Acres neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Adobe Acres.
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