Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Del Norte Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 28%
- Reading Proficiency: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Norte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Del Norte Elementary School is 0.54, 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)28%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)33%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
60%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
32%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Del Norte Elementary School?
492 students attend Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Del Norte Elementary School students are American Indian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Norte Elementary School?
Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Del Norte Elementary School is part of Gallup-Mckinley Cty Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Norte Elementary School located?
Del Norte Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Gallup, NM.
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