Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rio Grande Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Grande Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rio Grande Elementary School's student population of 332 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#188 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
85%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
11%
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 (06-07)
39%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Grande Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Grande Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Grande Elementary School often compared to?
Rio Grande Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Merced Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Rio Grande Elementary School?
332 students attend Rio Grande Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rio Grande Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Grande Elementary School?
Rio Grande Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Grande Elementary School offer ?
Rio Grande Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Grande Elementary School part of?
Rio Grande Elementary School is part of Belen School District.
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