Serving 1,221 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, George I Sanchez 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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-8
- Enrollment: 1,221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George I Sanchez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George I Sanchez's student population of 1,221 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George I Sanchez 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 George I Sanchez is 0.24, 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
#593 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
87%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
6%
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
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George I Sanchez's ranking?
George I Sanchez is ranked #593 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are George I Sanchez often compared to?
George I Sanchezis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos Rey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend George I Sanchez?
1,221 students attend George I Sanchez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of George I Sanchez students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George I Sanchez?
George I Sanchez has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does George I Sanchez offer ?
George I Sanchez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is George I Sanchez part of?
George I Sanchez is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is George I Sanchez located?
George I Sanchez is located in the Southwest Mesa neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwest Mesa.
School Reviews
1 3/2/2019
Teachers do not communicate very well or at all. The staff is not very well informed and the administration does not properly inform parents of available opportunities to help their children.
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