Excellent
#107 of 864 schools in NM
Top 12% in state
Katherine Gallegos Elementary
Elementary School · LOS LUNAS
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#107 of 864
In Los Lunas
#1 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 16
LOS LUNAS
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Katherine Gallegos Elementary
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About Katherine Gallegos Elementary
Katherine Gallegos Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Lunas, NM, part of LOS LUNAS. Katherine Gallegos Elementary serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Katherine Gallegos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Katherine Gallegos Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Katherine Gallegos 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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Katherine Gallegos Elementary — Students at Katherine Gallegos Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
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: 8.5/10.
How Katherine Gallegos Elementary Compares
See how Katherine Gallegos 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
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Katherine Gallegos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 4.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Isleta Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Belen), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Lunas, see our Los Lunas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNDANCE ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PERALTA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 4.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen | 6.0 mi | 7.0 |
| TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
| VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas | 6.4 mi | 5.5 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas | 7.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas | 8.3 mi | 3.4 |
| CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belen | 9.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,947
Median Home Value
$206,600
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
46,211
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 8.1 |
| MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 8.1 |
| ECADEMY K-8 Albuquerque, NM | 8.2 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY Sunland Park, NM | 8.2 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.0 |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Katherine Gallegos Elementary
What grades does Katherine Gallegos Elementary serve?
Katherine Gallegos Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Katherine Gallegos Elementary?
Katherine Gallegos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Katherine Gallegos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Katherine Gallegos Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Katherine Gallegos Elementary rank in NM?
Katherine Gallegos Elementary ranks #107 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Katherine Gallegos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Katherine Gallegos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Katherine Gallegos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Katherine Gallegos Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Katherine Gallegos Elementary a charter school?
No, Katherine Gallegos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Katherine Gallegos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Katherine Gallegos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Katherine Gallegos Elementary?
86.3% of students at Katherine Gallegos 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
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Valencia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (505) 866-8231
Resources & Links
District
LOS LUNAS- District Enrollment
- 8,242
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,753
- District Rank
- #1 of 16
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