Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Zia Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Zia Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
42%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
41%
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
33%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Zia Elementary School often compared to?
Zia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Zia Elementary School?
212 students attend Zia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Zia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zia Elementary School?
Zia Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zia Elementary School offer ?
Zia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Zia Elementary School part of?
Zia Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Zia Elementary School located?
Zia Elementary School is located in the Highland Business neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 4 other public schools located in Highland Business.
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