Jemez Day School serves 141 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jemez Day School's student population of 141 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
89000 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jemez Day School is 0.00, 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)
55-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Jemez Day School?
141 students attend Jemez Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jemez Day School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jemez Day School?
Jemez Day School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jemez Day School offer ?
Jemez Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jemez Day School part of?
Jemez Day School is part of Jemez Day School District.
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