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#346 of 864 schools in NM
Top 40% in state
Based on limited data
Los Ninos Elementary
Elementary School · ESPANOLA
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Espanola. Learn more
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#346 of 864
In Espanola
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 13
ESPANOLA
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Los Ninos Elementary
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About Los Ninos Elementary
Los Ninos Elementary is a public elementary school in Espanola, NM, part of ESPANOLA. Los Ninos Elementary serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Ninos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Los Ninos 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Los Ninos Elementary Compares
See how Los Ninos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Ninos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 3.4 mi | — |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.6 mi | 4.0 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 8.3 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 8.0 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 8.0 mi | 3.8 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 8.5 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 8.5 mi | 3.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur, NM | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz, NM | 6.4 |
| EAGLE NEST ELEMENTARY Eagle Nest, NM | 6.8 |
| ABIQUIU ELEMENTARY Abiquiu, NM | 6.2 |
| CARRIZOZO ELEMENTARY Carrizozo, NM | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alamogordo, NM | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Ninos Elementary
What grades does Los Ninos Elementary serve?
Los Ninos Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Los Ninos Elementary?
Los Ninos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Ninos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Ninos Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Ninos Elementary rank in NM?
Los Ninos Elementary ranks #346 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Los Ninos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Ninos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Los Ninos Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Ninos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Ninos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Ninos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Ninos Elementary?
96.4% of students at Los Ninos 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Phone
- (505) 753-6819
Resources & Links
District
ESPANOLA- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,809
- District Rank
- #3 of 13
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