Average
#324 of 864 schools in NM
Top 37% in state
David Skeet Elementary
Elementary School · GALLUP
RT 45 JONES RANCH RD, Vanderwagen, NM 87326
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#324 of 864
In Vanderwagen
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#10 of 32
GALLUP
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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David Skeet Elementary
Elementary School in Vanderwagen · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About David Skeet Elementary
David Skeet Elementary is a public elementary school in Vanderwagen, NM, part of GALLUP. David Skeet Elementary serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. David Skeet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for David Skeet Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at David Skeet Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
David Skeet 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.
74% of students at David Skeet 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
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David Skeet Elementary — Students at David Skeet Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 9.3/10.
How David Skeet Elementary Compares
See how David Skeet 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
RT 45 JONES RANCH RD, Vanderwagen, NM 87326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Skeet Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Gallup), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vanderwagen, see our Vanderwagen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bread Springs Day School Gallup | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Chi Chil'tah Community School Vanderwagen | 9.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 13.2 mi | 6.2 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 13.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 13.6 mi | 6.6 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 13.7 mi | 5.6 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 13.9 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 14.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 14.6 mi | 6.4 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 14.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 14.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 14.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 14.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 14.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 15.2 mi | 7.6 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 14.5 mi | — |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 15.1 mi | 6.0 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 15.5 mi | 5.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 15.4 mi | 6.0 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 15.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,844
Median Home Value
$50,500
Population
2,224
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
94.3%
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
39.8
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| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 6.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 6.7 |
| OJO AMARILLO ELEMENTARY Fruitland, NM | 6.7 |
| RAMAH ELEMENTARY Ramah, NM | 6.7 |
| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan, NM | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Skeet Elementary
What grades does David Skeet Elementary serve?
David Skeet Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend David Skeet Elementary?
David Skeet Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Skeet Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at David Skeet Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Skeet Elementary rank in NM?
David Skeet Elementary ranks #324 of 864 schools in NM.
What is David Skeet Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
David Skeet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 David Skeet Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David Skeet Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is David Skeet Elementary a charter school?
No, David Skeet Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Skeet Elementary a Title I school?
No, David Skeet Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Skeet Elementary?
98.4% of students at David Skeet 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.8%
- Phone
- (505) 721-1700
Resources & Links
District
GALLUP- District Enrollment
- 12,439
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,769
- District Rank
- #10 of 32
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