Sanostee Day School serves 25 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanostee Day School's student population of 25 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Culture. Knowledge. Leadership.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sanostee Day School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)96%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sanostee Day School?
25 students attend Sanostee Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sanostee Day School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanostee Day School?
Sanostee Day School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sanostee Day School offer ?
Sanostee Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanostee Day School part of?
Sanostee Day School is part of Sanostee Day School District.
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