Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Red Rock Elementary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Red Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Rock Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#168 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
30%
11%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
35%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
23%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Red Rock Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Red Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Red Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Hozho Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Red Rock Elementary School?
311 students attend Red Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Red Rock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Red Rock Elementary School offer ?
Red Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Rock Elementary School part of?
Red Rock Elementary School is part of Gallup School District.
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