Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sierra Vista 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 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sierra Vista Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Sierra Vista 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 Sierra Vista Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#231 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
67%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
20%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Vista Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sierra Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ventana Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista Elementary School?
402 students attend Sierra Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sierra Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista Elementary School?
Sierra Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Vista Elementary School part of?
Sierra Vista Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Vista Elementary School located?
Sierra Vista Elementary School is located in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Paradise Hills Civic.
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