Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shiwi Ts'ana 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 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Shiwi Ts'ana 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 Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#645 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
92%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
63%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School's ranking?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School is ranked #645 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School?
447 students attend Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School offer ?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School part of?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School is part of Zuni School District.
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