Serving 236 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 63% 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: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Zia Elementary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Zia 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 Zia Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
45%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
37%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zia Elementary School's ranking?
Zia Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Zia Elementary School?
236 students attend Zia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Zia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zia Elementary School?
Zia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zia Elementary School offer ?
Zia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zia Elementary School part of?
Zia Elementary School is part of Albuquerque 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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