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#299 of 864 schools in NM
Top 35% in state
Hernandez Elementary
Elementary School · ESPANOLA
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#299 of 864
In Espanola
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
ESPANOLA
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Hernandez Elementary
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About Hernandez Elementary
Hernandez Elementary is a public elementary school in Espanola, NM, part of ESPANOLA. Hernandez Elementary serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hernandez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Hernandez Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Hernandez 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 Hernandez 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.
66% of students at Hernandez 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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Hernandez Elementary — Students at Hernandez Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Hernandez Elementary Compares
See how Hernandez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hernandez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.4 mi | 2.9 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 5.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 6.0 mi | 3.1 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 5.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 6.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 6.7 mi | — |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 7.5 mi | 5.5 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 10.9 mi | 7.7 |
| VELARDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 10.1 mi | 4.5 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 10.0 mi | 5.8 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 12.5 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 12.7 mi | 2.6 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 12.4 mi | 4.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff, NM | 6.8 |
| EAGLE NEST ELEMENTARY Eagle Nest, NM | 6.8 |
| FLOYD ELEMENTARY Floyd, NM | 6.9 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito, NM | 7.0 |
| LOGAN ELEMENTARY Logan, NM | 7.0 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hernandez Elementary
What grades does Hernandez Elementary serve?
Hernandez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Hernandez Elementary?
Hernandez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hernandez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hernandez Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hernandez Elementary rank in NM?
Hernandez Elementary ranks #299 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Hernandez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hernandez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Hernandez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hernandez Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hernandez Elementary a charter school?
No, Hernandez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hernandez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hernandez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hernandez Elementary?
85.5% of students at Hernandez 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.3%
- Phone
- (505) 753-4008
Resources & Links
District
ESPANOLA- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,809
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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