Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgia O'keeffe 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
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#8 out of 810 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
9%
1%
Hispanic
29%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School's ranking?
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School often compared to?
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griegos Elementary School, S. Y. Jackson Elementary School, Hubert H Humphrey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School?
480 students attend Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School?
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School offer ?
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School part of?
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School located?
Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School is located in the Prospectors Ridge neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
School Reviews
Review Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
