Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chamisa Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamisa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chamisa Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chamisa Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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)45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Chamisa Elementary School often compared to?
Chamisa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinon Elementary School, Barranca Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Chamisa Elementary School?
293 students attend Chamisa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Chamisa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamisa Elementary School?
Chamisa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chamisa Elementary School offer ?
Chamisa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Chamisa Elementary School part of?
Chamisa Elementary School is part of Los Alamos Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 6/14/2010
I have never worked at a school where the teachers are more concerned about kids as individuals as Chamisa. They care about their academic progress deeply, but they also care about the whole child. It is a honor to be counted as one in this community of educators.
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