Red Rock Elementary School

1305 Red Rock Dr
Gallup, NM 87301
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
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 (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 311 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 30% in NM
  • : 35-39% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : Red Rock Elementary serves the west part of Gallup, NM, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
  • 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:

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Attribute

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)
Total Students
311 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers

Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#168 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

35-39%
24%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
34%
40-49%
33%
American Indian
30%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
6%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
35%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

White
23%
19%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
77%
0.74

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
54.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%

Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Red and Gold
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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 311 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35-39% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : Red Rock Elementary serves the west part of Gallup, NM, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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