Excellent
#39 of 864 schools in NM
Top 4% in state
Gil Sanchez Elementary
Elementary School · BELEN
520 NORTH MAIN ST, Belen, NM 87002
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#39 of 864
In Belen
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
BELEN
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Gil Sanchez Elementary
Gil Sanchez Elementary is a public elementary school in Belen, NM, part of BELEN. Gil Sanchez Elementary serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gil Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Gil Sanchez Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gil Sanchez 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.
48% of students at Gil Sanchez 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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Gil Sanchez Elementary — Students at Gil Sanchez Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Gil Sanchez Elementary Compares
See how Gil Sanchez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
520 NORTH MAIN ST, Belen, NM 87002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gil Sanchez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL BELEN (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 8.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belen, see our Belen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Belen | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| BELEN FAMILY SCHOOL Belen | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| BELEN MIDDLE Belen | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| BELEN INFINITY HIGH Belen | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL BELEN Belen | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Belen | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BELEN HIGH Belen | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| LA MERCED ELEMENTARY Belen | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belen | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas | 6.0 mi | 3.4 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen | 8.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 9.4 mi | 5.2 |
| VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas | 9.8 mi | 5.5 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 10.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LA PROMESA ELEMENTARY Belen | 11.2 mi | 5.0 |
| VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas | 11.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas | 13.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas | 13.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas | 13.7 mi | 5.6 |
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 13.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,537
Median Home Value
$183,700
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
21,375
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.9 |
| EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 8.9 |
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 8.7 |
| MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 8.7 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.7 |
| 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gil Sanchez Elementary
What grades does Gil Sanchez Elementary serve?
Gil Sanchez Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Gil Sanchez Elementary?
Gil Sanchez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gil Sanchez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gil Sanchez Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gil Sanchez Elementary rank in NM?
Gil Sanchez Elementary ranks #39 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Gil Sanchez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gil Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Gil Sanchez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gil Sanchez Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gil Sanchez Elementary a charter school?
No, Gil Sanchez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gil Sanchez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gil Sanchez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gil Sanchez Elementary?
49.3% of students at Gil Sanchez 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
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Valencia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (505) 966-1900
Resources & Links
District
BELEN- District Enrollment
- 3,564
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,218
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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