Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Apache Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Apache Elementary serves the southern part of Farmington, NM, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 394.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 50.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apache Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apache Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apache Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#672 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
65%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apache Elementary School's ranking?
Apache Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Apache Elementary School often compared to?
Apache Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Animas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Apache Elementary School?
375 students attend Apache Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Apache Elementary School students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apache Elementary School?
Apache Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Apache Elementary School offer ?
Apache Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apache Elementary School part of?
Apache Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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