Very Good
#156 of 864 schools in NM
Top 18% in state
Pinon Elementary
Elementary School · LOS ALAMOS
90 GRAND CANYON DR, White Rock, NM 87547
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#156 of 864
In White Rock
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
LOS ALAMOS
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Pinon Elementary
Elementary School in White Rock · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pinon Elementary
Pinon Elementary is a public elementary school in White Rock, NM, part of LOS ALAMOS. Pinon Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Pinon Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Pinon Elementary — Students at Pinon Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.1%
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: 6.0/10.
How Pinon Elementary Compares
See how Pinon 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
90 GRAND CANYON DR, White Rock, NM 87547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Los Alamos), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAMISA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), with a very similar rating. For more schools in White Rock, see our White Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 0.7 mi | — |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| LOS ALAMOS MIDDLE Los Alamos | 6.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CANYONCITO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 6.7 mi | — |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LOS ALAMOS HIGH Los Alamos | 7.3 mi | 8.1 |
| TOPPER FRESHMAN ACADEMY Los Alamos | 7.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ASPEN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 7.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 8.1 mi | 9.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 9.0 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 9.1 mi | 3.7 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 9.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 12.5 mi | 3.1 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 11.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 11.6 mi | 3.8 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 13.8 mi | 6.6 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 13.9 mi | 2.9 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 14.4 mi | 5.7 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 14.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,714
Median Home Value
$460,100
Population
5,568
College Educated
70.4%
Homeownership
99.6%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM | 7.7 |
| THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 7.7 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 7.7 |
| YUCCA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Chaparral, NM | 7.7 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.8 |
| SHIWI TS'ANA ELEMENTARY Zuni, NM | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinon Elementary
What grades does Pinon Elementary serve?
Pinon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pinon Elementary?
Pinon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinon Elementary 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 Pinon Elementary rank in NM?
Pinon Elementary ranks #156 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Pinon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Pinon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinon Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pinon Elementary a charter school?
No, Pinon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pinon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinon Elementary?
5.1% of students at Pinon 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
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Los Alamos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (505) 663-2680
Resources & Links
District
LOS ALAMOS- District Enrollment
- 3,729
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,624
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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