Serving 597 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Puesta Del Sol Elementary School 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 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's student population of 597 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School 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 Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#482 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
23%
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
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's ranking?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is ranked #482 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
597 students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offer ?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School part of?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
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