Very Good
#268 of 864 schools in NM
Top 31% in state
Gonzales Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA FE
851 WEST ALAMEDA, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#268 of 864
In Santa Fe
#14 of 41
public schools
In district
#12 of 29
SANTA FE
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Gonzales Elementary
Gonzales Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. Gonzales Elementary serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gonzales Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #268 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Gonzales Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Gonzales 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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Gonzales Elementary — Students at Gonzales Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Gonzales Elementary Compares
See how Gonzales 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
851 WEST ALAMEDA, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gonzales Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | — |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 9.7 |
| JOURNEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | — |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| DESERT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,229
Median Home Value
$649,100
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
15,409
College Educated
60.8%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
59.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 |
| BEN ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY Lovington, NM | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.0 |
| CONLEE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.0 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen, NM | 7.0 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gonzales Elementary
What grades does Gonzales Elementary serve?
Gonzales Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Gonzales Elementary?
Gonzales Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gonzales Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gonzales Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gonzales Elementary rank in NM?
Gonzales Elementary ranks #268 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Gonzales Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gonzales Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Gonzales Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gonzales Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gonzales Elementary a charter school?
No, Gonzales Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gonzales Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gonzales Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gonzales Elementary?
99.3% of students at Gonzales 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (505) 467-3100
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #12 of 29
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