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Puesta Del Sol Elementary School

450 Southern Blvd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 569 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Puesta Del Sol 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 16% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 569 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50% in NM
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Igniting Student Potential
School Mascot
Eagles

School Rankings

Puesta Del Sol 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 Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is 0.46, 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)
#554 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
16%
24%
25%
34%
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
70%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School's ranking?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
569 students attend Puesta Del Sol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puesta Del Sol Elementary School?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offer ?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puesta Del Sol Elementary School part of?
Puesta Del Sol Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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