Serving 301 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Chamisa Elementary serves the southeast part of White Rock, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chamisa Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chamisa 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 Chamisa Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
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)22.6%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamisa Elementary School's ranking?
Chamisa Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
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?
60-64% 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 Chamisa Elementary School?
301 students attend Chamisa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Chamisa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamisa Elementary School?
Chamisa Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chamisa Elementary School offer ?
Chamisa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamisa Elementary School part of?
Chamisa Elementary School is part of Los Alamos School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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