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MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY

801 ELIZABETH ST SE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87123

About MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY

Manzano Mesa Elementary has a friendly, balanced feel that many families appreciate. The math proficiency usually sits around 28% to 38%, placing it above New Mexico’s statewide math level of about 25%. The teacher–student ratio stays near 1:16, giving classrooms a medium, manageable feel where kids don’t get lost in the mix. Compared to nearby schools like Bellehaven Elementary (around 28% to 35%) or Inez Elementary (roughly 30% to 40%), Manzano Mesa typically lands right in the same strong, steady band. Families renting a 3-bedroom home in this area usually pay around $1,600 to $1,950, especially near the quieter residential pockets close to the park. Most students later move on to Eldorado High School, known for alumni entering engineering programs, digital design, aviation tech, nursing support, business fields, culinary arts, and a mix of creative and tech-leaning careers. Manzano Mesa carries that same practical but upward-moving energy. Teachers tend to notice the soft details, who needs more time to settle in, who learns best through hands-on work, and who opens up once the classroom gets calm. Nothing here feels stiff or rushed. It’s warm, steady, and built around families who value kindness and consistency.

MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Contact Information

Address

801 ELIZABETH ST SE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87123

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Phone

(505) 292-6707

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 29%
Reading 35%
State average proficiency is 29% in Math and 35% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
524
Total Students
$70383
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 105 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Early release on Wednesday at 1:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 24.05%
Asian 12.79%
Hispanic 51.34%
Black 2.67%
Two+ Races 4.77%
Native Am. 4.39%
White
24.05%
Asian
12.79%
Hispanic
51.34%
Black
2.67%
Two+ Races
4.77%
Native Am.
4.39%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 524
49.05%
257 Female
50.95%
267 Male

Student Population

524 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

524 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The school recently introduced a structured reading and vocabulary warm up for early grades. A new after school robotics and makers club also launched, giving students weekly hands-on STEM time.

FAQ

Q1. Is Manzano Mesa Elementary good for kids who need steady routines

Ans. Yes the school keeps a calm pace that helps children settle comfortably.

Q2. How do teachers keep parents informed

Ans. They send friendly reminders, weekly notes, and simple updates.

Q3. Does the school offer creative or hands-on programs

Ans. Yes students join art, STEM projects, and small clubs.

Q4. Do kids get plenty of outdoor recess

Ans. They go outside often whenever the weather works out.

Q5. How is the pickup routine in the afternoon

Ans. It stays smooth with families moving through in a relaxed, steady flow.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

Free Robotics and Stem In-person Workshop in Your Neighbourhood for 7-14 Years Tech Enthusiasts.

Local kids are transforming ideas into real-world.

See the projects happening right in your neighborhood

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