Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jemez Valley 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% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jemez Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Jemez Pueblo, NM, encompassing approximately 1,108.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 20.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 35.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jemez Valley Elementary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Jemez Valley 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 Jemez Valley Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#638 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
49%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
36%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
8%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jemez Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Jemez Valley Elementary School is ranked #638 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Jemez Valley Elementary School?
120 students attend Jemez Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jemez Valley Elementary School students are American Indian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jemez Valley Elementary School?
Jemez Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jemez Valley Elementary School offer ?
Jemez Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jemez Valley Elementary School part of?
Jemez Valley Elementary School is part of Jemez Valley School District.
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