PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RIO RANCHO school district, located in RIO RANCHO, NM with about 757 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY, located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, is a public school serving students within the Rio Rancho Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student growth. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty works to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond, while maintaining a strong connection to the local Rio Rancho community.

Beyond academics, Puesta del Sol prides itself on creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and community collaboration. The school offers various programs designed to support diverse learning needs and promotes a culture of respect and achievement. Through its website and school initiatives, the administration keeps families well-informed and actively engaged in the educational process, making it a focal point for families in the Southern Boulevard area looking for a collaborative and nurturing neighborhood school.

For more information, contact PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY at (505) 896-0667 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

450 SOUTHERN BLVD
RIO RANCHO, NM 87124
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PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RIO RANCHO, NM with about 757 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
RIO RANCHO
Total Students:
757
Teachers:
55.05
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 757 students

Hispanic/Latino
64.6%
White
27.1%
Two or more races
3.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.4%
Black or African American
1.1%

Female
45.4%
Male
54.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.