Average
#332 of 864 schools in NM
Top 38% in state
Francis X. Nava Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA FE
2655 SIRINGO ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#332 of 864
In Santa Fe
#18 of 41
public schools
In district
#13 of 29
SANTA FE
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Francis X. Nava Elementary
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About Francis X. Nava Elementary
Francis X. Nava Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. Francis X.
Nava Elementary serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Francis X. Nava Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Francis X. Nava Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 154 students, Francis X. Nava Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Francis X. Nava 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.
48% of students at Francis X. Nava 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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Francis X. Nava Elementary — Students at Francis X. Nava 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
98.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Francis X. Nava Elementary Compares
See how Francis X. Nava 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
2655 SIRINGO ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francis X. Nava Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | — |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 9.7 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | — |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| LITTLE EARTH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | — |
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SANTA FE GIRLS' SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,912
Median Home Value
$484,100
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
32,189
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
53.3
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|---|---|
| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan, NM | 6.8 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff, NM | 6.8 |
| NANCY LOPEZ ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 6.8 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman, NM | 6.6 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francis X. Nava Elementary
What grades does Francis X. Nava Elementary serve?
Francis X. Nava Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Francis X. Nava Elementary?
Francis X. Nava Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francis X. Nava Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Francis X. Nava Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francis X. Nava Elementary rank in NM?
Francis X. Nava Elementary ranks #332 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Francis X. Nava Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Francis X. Nava 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 Francis X. Nava Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francis X. Nava Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Francis X. Nava Elementary a charter school?
No, Francis X. Nava Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francis X. Nava Elementary a Title I school?
No, Francis X. Nava Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francis X. Nava Elementary?
98.7% of students at Francis X. Nava 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
- 154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (505) 467-1200
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #13 of 29
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