Serving 16 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Datil Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Datil Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Datil, NM, covering an area of approximately 4,054.8 square miles. The school serves families within a typical driving distance of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 78.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Datil Elementary School's student population of 16 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
2 teachers
Showing 2014–2023. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Datil Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
33%
Hispanic
38%
63%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
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
21%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Datil Elementary School?
16 students attend Datil Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Datil Elementary School students are White, and 38% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Datil Elementary School offer ?
Datil Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Datil Elementary School part of?
Datil Elementary School is part of Quemado School District.
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