Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Santa Teresa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher 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: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Teresa Elementary serves the southwest part of Santa Teresa, NM, covering an area of approximately 217.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 37.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Teresa Elementary School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Bridging Borders, Building Futures, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Santa Teresa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Teresa Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#241 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
White
6%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Teresa Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Teresa Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Santa Teresa Elementary School often compared to?
Santa Teresa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Santa Teresa Elementary School?
484 students attend Santa Teresa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Santa Teresa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Teresa Elementary School?
Santa Teresa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santa Teresa Elementary School offer ?
Santa Teresa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Teresa Elementary School part of?
Santa Teresa Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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