Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carlos Gilbert 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlos Gilbert Elementary serves the northern part of Santa Fe, NM, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlos Gilbert 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 Carlos Gilbert Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
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)22.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlos Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Carlos Gilbert Elementary School often compared to?
Carlos Gilbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood-gormley Elementary School, Gonzales 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Carlos Gilbert Elementary School?
317 students attend Carlos Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carlos Gilbert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlos Gilbert Elementary School?
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlos Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlos Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Carlos Gilbert Elementary School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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