CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RIO RANCHO school district, located in RIO RANCHO, NM with about 794 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 53 teachers, CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY School, located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, is a core institution within the Rio Rancho Public Schools district. Serving students in the suburban community of Rio Rancho, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment. Its mission centers on meeting the diverse needs of its student body while preparing them for future academic success through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes fundamental literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking skills.

Beyond academics, Cielo Azul is known for maintaining a strong sense of community, frequently engaging families through school events and open communication. The campus utilizes various educational resources and technology to enhance the learning experience, aiming to create well-rounded students who are prepared for the transition to middle school. By balancing high academic expectations with social-emotional support, the school strives to cultivate a positive and inclusive culture where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best.

For more information, contact CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY at (505) 338-2320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3804 SHILOH RD NE
RIO RANCHO, NM 87144
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CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RIO RANCHO, NM with about 794 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:
794
Teachers:
53.4
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 794 students

Hispanic/Latino
52.8%
White
32.7%
Two or more races
5.2%
Black or African American
4.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.3%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.7%
Male
52.3%

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.