Very Good
#297 of 864 schools in NM
Top 34% in state
Pinon Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA FE
2921 CAMINO CABALLOS, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Santa Fe
#15 of 40
public schools
New Mexico elementary schools
#175 of 468
In district
#12 of 29
SANTA FE
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Pinon Elementary
Pinon Elementary serves 519 students from prekindergarten through sixth grade in Santa Fe, New Mexico, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. Ranked 98th out of 874 schools statewide, Pinon places in the 89th percentile with a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. The school maintains a favorable learning environment with 36 full-time equivalent teachers providing a student-teacher ratio of 14.4 to 1.
Academically, Pinon demonstrates solid performance with 50% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 45% reach proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels tested. Located at 2921 Camino Caballos, Pinon Elementary sits within the 87507 zip code area, where the median household income is $60,641 and median home values reach $303,000. The surrounding community of over 51,000 residents includes 29% of adults with bachelor's degrees or higher, while 16.6% of families live below the poverty line.
As a regular public school, Pinon Elementary operates within Santa Fe's small city setting, serving families in Santa Fe County who value educational excellence and community engagement in New Mexico's historic capital region.
Score Breakdown
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Pinon Elementary — Students at Pinon Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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: 6.3/10.
How Pinon Elementary Compares
See how Pinon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 43% (2019) to 45% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 50% (2019) to 50% (2022).
Location
2921 CAMINO CABALLOS, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| THE MASTERS PROGRAM Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| SANTO NINOS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,955
Median Home Value
$333,300
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
51,109
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pinon Elementary has a median household income of $62,955. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $333,300, with a median rent of $1,276/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe, NM | 7.0 |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos, NM | 7.0 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.0 |
| LA UNION ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 7.0 |
| SHIWI TS'ANA ELEMENTARY Zuni, NM | 7.0 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 6.9 |
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 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinon Elementary is 14.4:1. 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 is ranked #297 out of 864 schools in NM.
What is Pinon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinon Elementary has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pinon Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pinon Elementary has 44.0% math proficiency and 50.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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?
45.9% 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (6,029/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Fe). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 467-1600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #12 of 29
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