Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ramah 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ramah Elementary serves the southwest part of Ramah, NM, covering an area of approximately 92.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ramah Elementary School's student population of 223 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 186% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Ramah 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 Ramah Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#543 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
58%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
17%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramah Elementary School's ranking?
Ramah Elementary School is ranked #543 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ramah Elementary School?
223 students attend Ramah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ramah Elementary School students are American Indian, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ramah Elementary School?
Ramah Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ramah Elementary School offer ?
Ramah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramah Elementary School part of?
Ramah Elementary School is part of Gallup School District.
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