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Park Avenue Elementary School

507 South Park Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 342 students in grades 4-5, Park Avenue 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 43% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 342 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 50% in NM
  • : 21% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Park Avenue Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
INSPIRED | SAFE | FULFILLED

School Rankings

Park Avenue 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 Park Avenue Elementary School is 0.65, 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)
#314 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
21%
24%
43%
34%
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
13%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
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 Park Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Park Avenue Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Park Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Park Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naaba Ani 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?
342 students attend Park Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Park Avenue Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Avenue Elementary School?
Park Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Park Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Avenue Elementary School part of?
Park Avenue Elementary School is part of Aztec School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 342 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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