Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Osuna 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 44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 66% 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: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osuna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Osuna Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osuna 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 Osuna Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#145 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Osuna Elementary School's ranking?
Osuna Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Osuna Elementary School often compared to?
Osuna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like S. Y. Jackson Elementary School, John Baker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Osuna Elementary School?
437 students attend Osuna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Osuna Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osuna Elementary School?
Osuna Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Osuna Elementary School offer ?
Osuna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Osuna Elementary School part of?
Osuna Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Osuna Elementary School located?
Osuna Elementary School is located in the Osuna Park Inc neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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