Helen Cordero Primary serves 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Cordero Primary's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helen Cordero Primary is 0.29, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
84%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
7%
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
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Helen Cordero Primary?
445 students attend Helen Cordero Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Helen Cordero Primary students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Cordero Primary?
Helen Cordero Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Helen Cordero Primary offer ?
Helen Cordero Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen Cordero Primary part of?
Helen Cordero Primary is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Cordero Primary located?
Helen Cordero Primary is located in the Westgate Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Westgate Heights.
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