Coronado Elementary School is a historic elementary school in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Built in 1936–37 as a Public Works Administration project, it is the city's third-oldest operating elementary school.
Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Coronado Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coronado Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Coronado Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coronado Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#207 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
89%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
10%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Albuquerque School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coronado Elementary School's ranking?
Coronado Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Coronado Elementary School often compared to?
Coronado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bandelier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Coronado Elementary School?
306 students attend Coronado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Coronado Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coronado Elementary School?
Coronado Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coronado Elementary School offer ?
Coronado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coronado Elementary School part of?
Coronado Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Coronado Elementary School located?
Coronado Elementary School is located in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Barelas.
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