Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chamiza Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamiza Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chamiza Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chamiza Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamiza Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#218 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamiza Elementary School's ranking?
Chamiza Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Chamiza Elementary School often compared to?
Chamiza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Elementary School, Petroglyph Elementary School, Marie M Hughes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chamiza Elementary School?
291 students attend Chamiza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Chamiza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamiza Elementary School?
Chamiza Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chamiza Elementary School offer ?
Chamiza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chamiza Elementary School part of?
Chamiza Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Chamiza Elementary School located?
Chamiza Elementary School is located in the Taylor Ranch neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Taylor Ranch.
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