Serving 338 students in grades 4-5, Park Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 59% 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: 4-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park Avenue Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Avenue Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#283 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
39%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Park Avenue Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Park Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Park Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naaba Ani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?
338 students attend Park Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Park Avenue Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Avenue Elementary School?
Park Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Park Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Park Avenue Elementary School part of?
Park Avenue Elementary School is part of Aztec Municipal Schools School District.
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