Dennis Chavez Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dennis Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%).
What schools are Dennis Chavez Elementary School often compared to?
Dennis Chavez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Gallegos Elementary School, Los Lunas 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 21% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Dennis Chavez Elementary School?
269 students attend Dennis Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dennis Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% 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 Dennis Chavez Elementary School?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dennis Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dennis Chavez Elementary School part of?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School is part of Belen Consolidated Schools School District.
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