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#584 of 864 schools in NM
Eutimio Salazar Elementary
Elementary School · ESPANOLA
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#584 of 864
In Espanola
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
ESPANOLA
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Eutimio Salazar Elementary
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About Eutimio Salazar Elementary
Eutimio Salazar Elementary is a public elementary school in Espanola, NM, part of ESPANOLA. Eutimio Salazar Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Eutimio Salazar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #584 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Eutimio Salazar Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Eutimio Salazar 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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Eutimio Salazar Elementary — Students at Eutimio Salazar Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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: 5.9/10.
How Eutimio Salazar Elementary Compares
See how Eutimio Salazar Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eutimio Salazar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | — |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 2.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.6 mi | 3.2 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 6.5 mi | 4.0 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 8.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 8.1 mi | 3.8 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 8.3 mi | 7.7 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 8.9 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 9.1 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,077
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eutimio Salazar Elementary
What grades does Eutimio Salazar Elementary serve?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Eutimio Salazar Elementary?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eutimio Salazar Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Eutimio Salazar Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eutimio Salazar Elementary rank in NM?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary ranks #584 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Eutimio Salazar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Eutimio Salazar 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 Eutimio Salazar Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eutimio Salazar Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Eutimio Salazar Elementary a charter school?
No, Eutimio Salazar Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eutimio Salazar Elementary a Title I school?
No, Eutimio Salazar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eutimio Salazar Elementary?
73.9% of students at Eutimio Salazar 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
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (505) 753-2391
Resources & Links
District
ESPANOLA- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,809
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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