Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Petroglyph 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 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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 73% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petroglyph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Petroglyph Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Petroglyph 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 Petroglyph Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#206 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
55%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petroglyph Elementary School's ranking?
Petroglyph Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Petroglyph Elementary School often compared to?
Petroglyph Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ventana Ranch Elementary School, Sunset View Elementary School, Chamiza Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Petroglyph Elementary School?
471 students attend Petroglyph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Petroglyph Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petroglyph Elementary School?
Petroglyph Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petroglyph Elementary School offer ?
Petroglyph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Petroglyph Elementary School part of?
Petroglyph Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Petroglyph Elementary School located?
Petroglyph Elementary School is located in the Piedras Marcadas neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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