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#492 of 864 schools in NM
Naschitti Elementary
Elementary School · CENTRAL
PO DRAWER F, Sheep Springs, NM 87364
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#492 of 864
In district
#6 of 15
CENTRAL
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Naschitti Elementary
Elementary School in Sheep Springs · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Naschitti Elementary
Naschitti Elementary is a public elementary school in Sheep Springs, NM, part of CENTRAL. Naschitti Elementary serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Naschitti Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #492 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Naschitti Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Naschitti 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 Naschitti 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Naschitti Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Naschitti Elementary — Students at Naschitti Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Naschitti Elementary Compares
See how Naschitti Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO DRAWER F, Sheep Springs, NM 87364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Naschitti Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crystal Boarding School (rated 8.1/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Navajo), which scores notably higher. Another option is TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 24.7 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ch'ooshgai Community School (rated 7.5/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Tohatchi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sheep Springs, see our Sheep Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWCOMB MIDDLE Newcomb | 14.7 mi | 5.1 |
| NEWCOMB HIGH Newcomb | 14.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi | 14.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TOHATCHI MIDDLE Tohatchi | 14.7 mi | 6.3 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi | 14.8 mi | 5.4 |
| NEWCOMB ELEMENTARY Newcomb | 15.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Ch'ooshgai Community School Tohatchi | 15.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Tohaali' Community School Newcomb | 16.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Crystal Boarding School Navajo | 15.5 mi | 8.1 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 24.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Sanostee Day School Sanostee | 25.7 mi | — |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 22.2 mi | 5.2 |
| DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo | 22.2 mi | 6.0 |
| NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo | 22.6 mi | 4.1 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 22.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Tse'ii'ahi' Community School Crownpoint | 25.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 32.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 29.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 29.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 29.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,000
Median Home Value
$81,000
Median Rent
$704/mo
Population
1,573
College Educated
6.8%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
45.1 min
Poverty Rate
34.2%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| QUEMADO ELEMENTARY Quemado, NM | 5.9 |
| VALLEY ELEMENTARY Ribera, NM | 6.0 |
| GALLINA ELEMENTARY Gallina, NM | 5.8 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Lumberton, NM | 5.8 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs, NM | 5.8 |
| CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Naschitti Elementary
What grades does Naschitti Elementary serve?
Naschitti Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Naschitti Elementary?
Naschitti Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Naschitti Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Naschitti Elementary is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Naschitti Elementary rank in NM?
Naschitti Elementary ranks #492 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Naschitti Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Naschitti Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Naschitti Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Naschitti Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Naschitti Elementary a charter school?
No, Naschitti Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Naschitti Elementary a Title I school?
No, Naschitti Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Naschitti Elementary?
66.7% of students at Naschitti 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.3%
- Phone
- (505) 732-4204
Resources & Links
District
CENTRAL- District Enrollment
- 4,702
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,470
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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