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Colinas Del Norte Elementary School

1001 Night Sky Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colinas Del Norte 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 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 561 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 50% in NM
  • : 23% (Top 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Colinas Del Norte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Colinas Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Colinas Del Norte 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 Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#289 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
23%
24%
41%
34%
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
64%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colinas Del Norte Elementary School's ranking?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Colinas Del Norte Elementary School often compared to?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Azul Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary School?
561 students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colinas Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colinas Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 561 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 23% (Top 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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