ZIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ZIA ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 335 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 26 teachers, ZIA ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

ZIA ELEMENTARY School is a public school located in the Nob Hill/near-university area of Albuquerque, New Mexico, operating as part of the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth alongside social-emotional development. As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, prioritizing parent engagement and collaborative partnerships to support student success.

Academically, ZIA ELEMENTARY follows the standard APS curriculum while often incorporating localized initiatives aimed at closing achievement gaps and promoting equity. The school’s administration and staff work to provide a well-rounded education that includes core subjects, technology integration, and opportunities for enrichment. By leveraging its location and district resources, ZIA ELEMENTARY strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school by instilling a strong foundational education and a commitment to lifelong learning.

For more information, contact ZIA 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.