Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-6, San Juan 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 6-9% (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 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Juan Elementary School's student population of 141 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Juan 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 San Juan Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#673 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
28%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
66%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Juan Elementary School's ranking?
San Juan Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are San Juan Elementary School often compared to?
San Juan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eutimio Salazar Elementary School, Velarde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 San Juan Elementary School?
141 students attend San Juan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of San Juan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Juan Elementary School?
San Juan Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does San Juan Elementary School offer ?
San Juan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Juan Elementary School part of?
San Juan Elementary School is part of Espanola School District.
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