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#638 of 864 schools in NM
Nye Early Childhood
School · SANTA FE
3160 AGUA FRIA ST., Santa Fe, NM 87501
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 38 schools in Santa Fe. Learn more
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#638 of 864
In Santa Fe
#36 of 41
public schools
In district
#27 of 29
SANTA FE
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Nye Early Childhood
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About Nye Early Childhood
Nye Early Childhood is a public school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. Nye Early Childhood serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nye Early Childhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #638 of 864 schools in NM.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Nye Early Childhood 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
98.5%
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 Nye Early Childhood Compares
See how Nye Early Childhood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3160 AGUA FRIA ST., Santa Fe, NM 87501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nye Early Childhood may also want to explore other schools in the area. MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 9.7 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | — |
| R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nye Early Childhood
What grades does Nye Early Childhood serve?
Nye Early Childhood serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Nye Early Childhood?
Nye Early Childhood has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nye Early Childhood?
The student-teacher ratio at Nye Early Childhood is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nye Early Childhood rank in NM?
Nye Early Childhood ranks #638 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Nye Early Childhood's MySchoolScout rating?
Nye Early Childhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nye Early Childhood a charter school?
No, Nye Early Childhood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nye Early Childhood a Title I school?
No, Nye Early Childhood is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nye Early Childhood?
98.5% of students at Nye Early Childhood 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 467-4600
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #27 of 29
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