Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Los Padillas 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Padillas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Los Padillas Elementary School's student population of 205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Los Padillas 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 Los Padillas Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#404 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
92%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Padillas Elementary School's ranking?
Los Padillas Elementary School is ranked #404 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Los Padillas Elementary School?
205 students attend Los Padillas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Los Padillas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Padillas Elementary School?
Los Padillas Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Padillas Elementary School offer ?
Los Padillas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Los Padillas Elementary School part of?
Los Padillas Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
School Reviews
4 8/27/2020
Los Padillas is a Community School that has an outstanding staff. There are 2 classes per grade level, which makes for a good teacher to student ratio.
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