Average
#402 of 864 schools in NM
Top 46% in state
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary
Elementary School · TAOS
405 HONDO SECO ROAD, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#402 of 864
In district
#3 of 7
TAOS
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Arroyo Del Norte Elementary
Elementary School in Arroyo Seco · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arroyo Del Norte Elementary
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary is a public elementary school in Arroyo Seco, NM, part of TAOS. Arroyo Del Norte Elementary serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Arroyo Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Arroyo Del Norte Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Arroyo Del Norte Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Arroyo Del Norte Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Arroyo Del Norte Elementary — Students at Arroyo Del Norte Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Arroyo Del Norte Elementary Compares
See how Arroyo Del Norte Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 HONDO SECO ROAD, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arroyo Del Norte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Red River), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY (rated 8.9/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Questa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 8.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Taos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arroyo Seco, see our Arroyo Seco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Taos Day School Taos | 7.0 mi | 3.6 |
| TAOS CYBER MAGNET Taos | 8.1 mi | — |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos | 8.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY Questa | 8.6 mi | 8.9 |
| TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS Taos | 9.0 mi | 8.6 |
| TAOS HIGH Taos | 9.3 mi | 6.3 |
| TAOS ACADEMY Taos | 9.9 mi | 8.8 |
| TAOS MIDDLE Taos | 10.0 mi | 6.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL Taos | 10.1 mi | — |
| TAOS MUNICIPAL CHARTER Taos | 10.5 mi | 5.9 |
| TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Taos | 10.7 mi | 7.4 |
| RANCHOS DE TAOS ELEMENTARY Ranchos De Taos | 11.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa | 13.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY Questa | 13.6 mi | 4.2 |
| QUESTA HIGH Questa | 14.1 mi | 7.9 |
| QUESTA JR HIGH Questa | 14.1 mi | 6.1 |
| RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Red River | 16.8 mi | 9.1 |
| MORENO VALLEY HIGH Angel Fire | 19.5 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE NEST ELEMENTARY Eagle Nest | 19.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,934
Median Home Value
$521,300
Population
1,485
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
88.2%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
57.5
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|---|---|
| EASTERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 6.4 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz, NM | 6.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.4 |
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur, NM | 6.5 |
| RIO GRANDE SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 6.5 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arroyo Del Norte Elementary
What grades does Arroyo Del Norte Elementary serve?
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arroyo Del Norte Elementary?
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arroyo Del Norte Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Arroyo Del Norte Elementary is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arroyo Del Norte Elementary rank in NM?
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary ranks #402 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Arroyo Del Norte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Arroyo Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arroyo Del Norte Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arroyo Del Norte Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Arroyo Del Norte Elementary a charter school?
No, Arroyo Del Norte Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arroyo Del Norte Elementary a Title I school?
No, Arroyo Del Norte Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arroyo Del Norte Elementary?
100.0% of students at Arroyo Del Norte Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Taos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.1%
- Phone
- (575) 758-5202
Resources & Links
District
TAOS- District Enrollment
- 2,234
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,919
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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