Serving 47 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gallina Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gallina Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Gallina, NM, covering approximately 1,654.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 23.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 50.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallina Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gallina Elementary School's student population of 47 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are dedicated to empowering our students to dream, believe, and achieve.
School Rankings
Gallina Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallina Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#358 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallina Elementary School's ranking?
Gallina Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Gallina Elementary School?
47 students attend Gallina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gallina Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallina Elementary School?
Gallina Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gallina Elementary School offer ?
Gallina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallina Elementary School part of?
Gallina Elementary School is part of Jemez Mtn School District.
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