Ventana Ranch Elementary School
Grades: PK-5
Students: 641
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 14:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 593:1
Certified Teachers: 98%
6801 Ventana Village Road Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87114
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-7375
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
8/10
8/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness6/10
Community Reviews
Ventana Ranch Elementary has gone downhill under Principal Paula Garcia. Safety concerns, poor communication, and dismissive responses to parent reports have become the norm. Past emails document inadequate supervision, slow action on bullying, and inconsistent policy enforcement. This school was on
Posted by a parent on 8/7/2025This is the third year of attendance at VRES. Prior to this year I would have given 5 stars because of the supportive and welcoming environment provided to students. The change of administration this year has changed my perspective. The principal does not take concerns, threats, or bullying seriousl
Posted by a parent on 3/13/2024My son has had a great experience so far at VRE! He struggled at his previous school, but has really flourished this past school year. So much so that he actually cried on his last day because he was sad to leave his teachers and classmates for the summer!We are grateful to Ms. Tapia (3rd) for her p
Posted by a parent on 6/23/2022My child just finished 5th grade at VRES and I couldn't be happier with my entire experience there. The staff throughout the years has been fair and consistent, communicated frequently, my son received the help he needed and always felt like a part of the community. As a parent, I have been treated
Posted by a community member on 6/26/2016Nearby Schools
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Albuquerque schools - Ventana Ranch Elementary School is located at 6801 Ventana Village Road Northwest, Albuquerque NM 87114. Ventana Ranch Elementary School is in the Albuquerque Public Schools. Ventana Ranch Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-5.
