Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Atalaya Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Atalaya Elementary serves the northeast part of Santa Fe, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 144.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atalaya Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atalaya Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Striving for Excellence'
School Rankings
Atalaya Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atalaya Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#27 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atalaya Elementary School's ranking?
Atalaya Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Atalaya Elementary School often compared to?
Atalaya Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood-gormley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Atalaya Elementary School?
259 students attend Atalaya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Atalaya Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atalaya Elementary School?
Atalaya Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atalaya Elementary School offer ?
Atalaya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atalaya Elementary School part of?
Atalaya Elementary School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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