Needs Improvement
#833 of 864 schools in NM
Pablo Roybal Elementary
Elementary School · POJOAQUE
1574 STATE ROAD 502, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#833 of 864
In Santa Fe
#40 of 41
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
POJOAQUE
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Pablo Roybal Elementary
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About Pablo Roybal Elementary
Pablo Roybal Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe, NM, part of POJOAQUE. Pablo Roybal Elementary serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pablo Roybal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #833 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Pablo Roybal Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.2
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pablo Roybal Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
66% of students at Pablo Roybal 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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Pablo Roybal Elementary — Students at Pablo Roybal Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 21 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Pablo Roybal Elementary Compares
See how Pablo Roybal Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1574 STATE ROAD 502, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pablo Roybal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAMISA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby White Rock), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby White Rock), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 0.1 mi | 2.6 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 6.8 mi | 3.1 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 6.8 mi | 5.5 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Te Tsu Geh Oweenge Day School Santa Fe | 7.2 mi | — |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 8.1 mi | — |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 8.5 mi | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 8.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 9.4 mi | 5.1 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 9.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock | 8.1 mi | 7.9 |
| PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 8.7 mi | — |
| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,504
Median Home Value
$523,600
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
16,055
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
55.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
| GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.7 |
| MISSOURI AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 3.7 |
| Wingate Elementary School Ft. Wingate, NM | 3.7 |
| PECOS ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 3.8 |
| THOREAU ELEMENTARY Thoreau, NM | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pablo Roybal Elementary
What grades does Pablo Roybal Elementary serve?
Pablo Roybal Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Pablo Roybal Elementary?
Pablo Roybal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pablo Roybal Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pablo Roybal Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pablo Roybal Elementary rank in NM?
Pablo Roybal Elementary ranks #833 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Pablo Roybal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pablo Roybal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Pablo Roybal Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pablo Roybal Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Pablo Roybal Elementary a charter school?
No, Pablo Roybal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pablo Roybal Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pablo Roybal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pablo Roybal Elementary?
47.9% of students at Pablo Roybal 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.2%
- Phone
- (505) 455-2282
Resources & Links
District
POJOAQUE- District Enrollment
- 1,562
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,768
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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