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#586 of 864 schools in NM
Del Norte Elementary
Elementary School · GALLUP
700 WEST WILSON, Gallup, NM 87301
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#586 of 864
In Gallup
#15 of 18
public schools
In district
#21 of 32
GALLUP
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Del Norte Elementary
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About Del Norte Elementary
Del Norte Elementary is a public elementary school in Gallup, NM, part of GALLUP. Del Norte Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #586 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Del Norte Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Del Norte 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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Del Norte Elementary — Students at Del Norte Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Del Norte Elementary Compares
See how Del Norte 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
700 WEST WILSON, Gallup, NM 87301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Norte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallup, see our Gallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 1.4 mi | — |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 4.4 mi | 4.5 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 5.4 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 7.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,302
Median Home Value
$134,700
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
21,981
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Norte Elementary
What grades does Del Norte Elementary serve?
Del Norte Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Del Norte Elementary?
Del Norte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Norte Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Norte Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Norte Elementary rank in NM?
Del Norte Elementary ranks #586 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Del Norte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Del Norte Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Norte Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Del Norte Elementary a charter school?
No, Del Norte Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Norte Elementary a Title I school?
No, Del Norte Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Norte Elementary?
97.5% of students at 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.3%
- Phone
- (505) 721-5200
Resources & Links
District
GALLUP- District Enrollment
- 12,439
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,769
- District Rank
- #21 of 32
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