Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pablo Roybal Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-3
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Attendance Zone: Pablo Roybal Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Santa Fe school district, covering approximately 308.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 28.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pablo Roybal Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for Excellence – Every Student; Every Day
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pablo Roybal Elementary School is 0.39, 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)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
18%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
76%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Pablo Roybal Elementary School?
384 students attend Pablo Roybal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pablo Roybal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pablo Roybal Elementary School?
Pablo Roybal Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pablo Roybal Elementary School offer ?
Pablo Roybal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pablo Roybal Elementary School part of?
Pablo Roybal Elementary School is part of Pojoaque School District.
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