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North Star Elementary School

9301 Ventura Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87122
10/
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Top 1%
Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Star Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 535 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 1% in NM
  • : 73% (Top 1%)
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

School Overview

North Star Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where every child shines

School Rankings

North Star Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#6 out of 796 schools
(Top 1%)
73%
24%
75%
34%
65-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
23%
1%
Hispanic
29%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
535 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of North Star Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Elementary School located?
North Star Elementary School is located in the North Albuquerque Acres neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 535 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 73% (Top 1%)
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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