Serving 364 students in grades 4-6, Bernalillo 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 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernalillo Elementary School's student population of 364 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Bernalillo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernalillo Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
39%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
54%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernalillo Elementary School's ranking?
Bernalillo Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 796 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Bernalillo Elementary School?
364 students attend Bernalillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bernalillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernalillo Elementary School?
Bernalillo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bernalillo Elementary School offer ?
Bernalillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernalillo Elementary School part of?
Bernalillo Elementary School is part of Bernalillo School District.
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