Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chaparral 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 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaparral Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chaparral Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Roadrunner
School Rankings
Chaparral Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaparral Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#395 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
73%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral Elementary School's ranking?
Chaparral Elementary School is ranked #395 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Chaparral Elementary School often compared to?
Chaparral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamiza Elementary School, Susie Rayos Marmon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chaparral Elementary School?
540 students attend Chaparral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Chaparral Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaparral Elementary School?
Chaparral Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chaparral Elementary School offer ?
Chaparral Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaparral Elementary School part of?
Chaparral Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaparral Elementary School located?
Chaparral Elementary School is located in the Rinconada Mesa neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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