Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sandia Base 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandia Base Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandia Base Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandia Base 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 Sandia Base Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#301 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
41%
62%
Black
7%
2%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandia Base Elementary School's ranking?
Sandia Base Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sandia Base Elementary School often compared to?
Sandia Base Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wherry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sandia Base Elementary School?
298 students attend Sandia Base Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sandia Base Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandia Base Elementary School?
Sandia Base Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandia Base Elementary School offer ?
Sandia Base Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sandia Base Elementary School part of?
Sandia Base Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandia Base Elementary School located?
Sandia Base Elementary School is located in the Kirtland Air Force Base neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Kirtland Air Force Base.
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