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Very Good

#240 of 864 schools in NM

Top 28% in state

Crownpoint Elementary

Elementary School · GALLUP

#1 CODETALKER DR., Crownpoint, NM 87313

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#240 of 864

In Crownpoint

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 32

GALLUP

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Crownpoint Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Crownpoint · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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6.7/10

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About Crownpoint Elementary

Crownpoint Elementary is a public elementary school in Crownpoint, NM, part of GALLUP. Crownpoint Elementary serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Crownpoint Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Crownpoint Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Crownpoint 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.

82% of students at Crownpoint Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,769
Chronic Absenteeism81.8%

Crownpoint Elementary — Students at Crownpoint Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Crownpoint Elementary Compares

See how Crownpoint Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
72th percentile in NM
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
81.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

#1 CODETALKER DR., Crownpoint, NM 87313

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crownpoint Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Thoreau), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 30.8 miles away, in nearby Grants), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tse'ii'ahi' Community School (rated 5.6/10, 14.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Crownpoint, see our Crownpoint schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 27.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CROWNPOINT HIGH Crownpoint 1.0 mi 5.5
CROWNPOINT MIDDLE Crownpoint 1.0 mi 6.7
T'iis Ts'ozi Bi'Olta' Community School Crownpoint 1.2 mi 4.1
Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint 11.0 mi 4.2
Mariano Lake Community School Crownpoint 11.7 mi 4.4
Tse'ii'ahi' Community School Crownpoint 14.5 mi 5.6
THOREAU HIGH Thoreau 18.6 mi 4.3
THOREAU MIDDLE Thoreau 18.7 mi 3.7
THOREAU ELEMENTARY Thoreau 19.3 mi 3.8
ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau 19.4 mi 8.8
Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt 22.3 mi 5.5
Lake Valley Navajo School Crownpoint 28.4 mi
LA VIDA MISSION SCHOOL Farmington 30.4 mi
Wingate High School Fort Wingate 26.2 mi
Wingate Elementary School Ft. Wingate 26.5 mi 3.7
BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants 30.8 mi 7.1
CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock 27.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,576

Median Home Value

$63,900

Median Rent

$479/mo

Population

5,140

College Educated

7.4%

Homeownership

69.6%

Poverty Rate

30.8%

Median Age

35.1

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INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM 7.1
J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY Las Cruces, NM 7.1
RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Hatch, NM 7.1
ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crownpoint Elementary

What grades does Crownpoint Elementary serve?

Crownpoint Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Crownpoint Elementary?

Crownpoint Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crownpoint Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Crownpoint Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crownpoint Elementary rank in NM?

Crownpoint Elementary ranks #240 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Crownpoint Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Crownpoint Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Crownpoint Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crownpoint Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Crownpoint Elementary a charter school?

No, Crownpoint Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Crownpoint Elementary a Title I school?

No, Crownpoint Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crownpoint Elementary?

99.2% of students at Crownpoint 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
McKinley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
81.8%

District

GALLUP
District Enrollment
12,439
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,769
District Rank
#3 of 32

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