Serving 112 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Chimayo 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chimayo Elementary serves the southeast part of Espanola, NM, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chimayo Elementary School's student population of 112 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
112 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Teamwork, Integrity, Goal-oriented, Excellence, Respectful, Success
School Rankings
Chimayo 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 Chimayo Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#481 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
19%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.8%
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 (14-15)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chimayo Elementary School's ranking?
Chimayo Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Chimayo Elementary School often compared to?
Chimayo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Rito Elementary School, Abiquiu Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chimayo Elementary School?
112 students attend Chimayo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chimayo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chimayo Elementary School?
Chimayo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chimayo Elementary School offer ?
Chimayo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chimayo Elementary School part of?
Chimayo Elementary School is part of Espanola School District.
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