Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chelwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chelwood Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Chelwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelwood 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
#608 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
17%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
53%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetah
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelwood Elementary School's ranking?
Chelwood Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Chelwood Elementary School often compared to?
Chelwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellehaven Elementary School, Collet Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chelwood Elementary School?
337 students attend Chelwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chelwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chelwood Elementary School?
Chelwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chelwood Elementary School offer ?
Chelwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelwood Elementary School part of?
Chelwood Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Chelwood Elementary School located?
Chelwood Elementary School is located in the Chelwood Hills neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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