Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salazar 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salazar Elementary serves the northern part of Santa Fe, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salazar Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings
Salazar 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 Salazar Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#655 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
90%
63%
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White
6%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salazar Elementary School's ranking?
Salazar Elementary School is ranked #655 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Salazar Elementary School?
282 students attend Salazar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Salazar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salazar Elementary School?
Salazar Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salazar Elementary School offer ?
Salazar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salazar Elementary School part of?
Salazar Elementary School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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