Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Francis X. Nava 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis X. Nava Elementary serves the northern part of Santa Fe, NM, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis X. Nava Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
'Our mission is to provide a respectful, positive and safe environment where students are supported, challenged and empowered to be the best version of themselves.'
School Rankings
Francis X. Nava 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 Francis X. Nava Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#655 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
79%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis X. Nava Elementary School's ranking?
Francis X. Nava Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Francis X. Nava Elementary School?
163 students attend Francis X. Nava Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Francis X. Nava Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis X. Nava Elementary School?
Francis X. Nava Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis X. Nava Elementary School offer ?
Francis X. Nava Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis X. Nava Elementary School part of?
Francis X. Nava Elementary School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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