Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gonzales Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonzales Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gonzales Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gonzales Elementary School often compared to?
Gonzales Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos Gilbert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Gonzales Elementary School?
348 students attend Gonzales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gonzales Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gonzales Elementary School?
Gonzales Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gonzales Elementary School offer ?
Gonzales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gonzales Elementary School part of?
Gonzales Elementary School is part of Santa Fe Public Schools School District.
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