Very Good
#130 of 864 schools in NM
Top 15% in state
Chamisa Elementary
Elementary School · LOS ALAMOS
301 MEADOW LANE, White Rock, NM 87547
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#130 of 864
In White Rock
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
LOS ALAMOS
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Chamisa Elementary
Chamisa Elementary is a public elementary school in White Rock, NM, part of LOS ALAMOS. Chamisa Elementary serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chamisa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Chamisa Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Chamisa Elementary — Students at Chamisa Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
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: 6.6/10.
How Chamisa Elementary Compares
See how Chamisa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
301 MEADOW LANE, White Rock, NM 87547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chamisa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Los Alamos), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), with a very similar rating. For more schools in White Rock, see our White Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 0.8 mi | — |
| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 7.0 mi | 6.6 |
| LOS ALAMOS MIDDLE Los Alamos | 7.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CANYONCITO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 7.2 mi | — |
| ASPEN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 7.9 mi | 6.6 |
| LOS ALAMOS HIGH Los Alamos | 7.8 mi | 8.1 |
| TOPPER FRESHMAN ACADEMY Los Alamos | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 8.1 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 8.1 mi | 3.7 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 8.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 8.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 11.7 mi | 3.1 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 10.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 10.7 mi | 3.8 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 13.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 13.1 mi | 2.9 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 13.6 mi | 5.7 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 13.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,714
Median Home Value
$460,100
Population
5,568
College Educated
70.4%
Homeownership
99.6%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Median Age
41.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 7.9 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 7.9 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 8.0 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.0 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chamisa Elementary
What grades does Chamisa Elementary serve?
Chamisa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Chamisa Elementary?
Chamisa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chamisa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Chamisa Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chamisa Elementary rank in NM?
Chamisa Elementary ranks #130 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Chamisa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Chamisa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Chamisa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chamisa Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Chamisa Elementary a charter school?
No, Chamisa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chamisa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Chamisa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chamisa Elementary?
11.6% of students at Chamisa 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Los Alamos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (505) 663-2470
Resources & Links
District
LOS ALAMOS- District Enrollment
- 3,729
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,624
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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