LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 196 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 15 teachers, LOS PADILLAS 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.

LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY is a public school located in the South Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving students within the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district. The school is known for its deep roots in the local community, emphasizing a learning environment that integrates traditional academics with the cultural heritage of the surrounding area. It serves a diverse student population, providing a foundational education that focuses on literacy, numeracy, and character development, while often incorporating bilingual or culturally responsive teaching practices to meet the needs of its neighborhood families.

Beyond its core curriculum, LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY fosters a supportive campus culture that prioritizes family involvement and community partnership. The school is recognized for its efforts to create a safe, nurturing space that encourages student engagement through various extracurricular activities and academic enrichment programs. By maintaining strong connections to the unique historical and social context of the South Valley, the school strives to prepare its students for middle school success while maintaining a sense of pride in their local identity.

For more information, contact LOS PADILLAS 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.