ARMIJO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ARMIJO ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 427 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 29 teachers, ARMIJO 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.

ARMIJO ELEMENTARY, located in the South Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico, serves as a vital community-focused educational institution within the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district. The school is deeply integrated into its neighborhood, emphasizing a supportive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its students. As a Title I school, Armijo provides additional resources and targeted programming to ensure that all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background, have access to high-quality instruction and academic opportunities.

The school’s mission centers on fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development, often highlighting the importance of family and community involvement in the educational process. By leveraging its location in the heart of the South Valley, ARMIJO ELEMENTARY creates a culturally responsive learning atmosphere that honors the traditions and values of its families. Students at Armijo benefit from a dedicated teaching staff focused on foundational literacy and numeracy, while the school strives to prepare them for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact ARMIJO ELEMENTARY at (505) 880-3744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.