Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gil Sanchez Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gil Sanchez Elementary serves the northeast part of Belen, NM, covering an area of approximately 33.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gil Sanchez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gil Sanchez Elementary School's student population of 316 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gil Sanchez Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gil Sanchez Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#83 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
80%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
18%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gil Sanchez Elementary School's ranking?
Gil Sanchez Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Gil Sanchez Elementary School often compared to?
Gil Sanchez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Merced Elementary School, Belen Family School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Gil Sanchez Elementary School?
316 students attend Gil Sanchez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gil Sanchez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gil Sanchez Elementary School?
Gil Sanchez Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gil Sanchez Elementary School offer ?
Gil Sanchez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gil Sanchez Elementary School part of?
Gil Sanchez Elementary School is part of Belen School District.
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