Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cesar Chavez 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez Elementary serves the northwest part of Santa Fe, NM, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez 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 Cesar Chavez Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#766 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
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 (12-13)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White and Blue
School Mascot
White Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
290 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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