Los Ninos Elementary School serves 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Ninos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Los Ninos Elementary School's student population of 56 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Young Minds: Fostering Curiosity, Creativity, and Community in Every Child.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Los Ninos Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Los Ninos Elementary School?
56 students attend Los Ninos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Los Ninos Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Ninos Elementary School?
Los Ninos Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Ninos Elementary School offer ?
Los Ninos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Ninos Elementary School part of?
Los Ninos Elementary School is part of Espanola School District.
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