Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seven Bar Elementary School ranks in the top 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 36% (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 75% 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seven Bar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Seven Bar Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seven Bar 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 Seven Bar 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
#371 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
11%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
51%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Seven Bar Elementary School's ranking?
Seven Bar Elementary School is ranked #371 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Seven Bar Elementary School?
486 students attend Seven Bar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Seven Bar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seven Bar Elementary School?
Seven Bar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seven Bar Elementary School offer ?
Seven Bar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Seven Bar Elementary School part of?
Seven Bar Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Seven Bar Elementary School located?
Seven Bar Elementary School is located in the Cottonwood Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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