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#520 of 864 schools in NM
Ramirez Thomas Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA FE
610 ALTA VISTA, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#520 of 864
In Santa Fe
#30 of 41
public schools
In district
#21 of 29
SANTA FE
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Ramirez Thomas Elementary
Ramirez Thomas Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. Ramirez Thomas Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramirez Thomas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ramirez Thomas Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ramirez Thomas 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.
42% of students at Ramirez Thomas 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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Ramirez Thomas Elementary — Students at Ramirez Thomas Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Ramirez Thomas Elementary Compares
See how Ramirez Thomas 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
610 ALTA VISTA, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ramirez Thomas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY Santa Fe | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| CAPITAL HIGH Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SANTO NINOS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Fe | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| THE MASTERS PROGRAM Santa Fe | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,912
Median Home Value
$484,100
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
32,189
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
53.3
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| APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 5.8 |
| COLINAS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho, NM | 5.8 |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos, NM | 5.8 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 5.8 |
| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 5.8 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ramirez Thomas Elementary
What grades does Ramirez Thomas Elementary serve?
Ramirez Thomas Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ramirez Thomas Elementary?
Ramirez Thomas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramirez Thomas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ramirez Thomas Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ramirez Thomas Elementary rank in NM?
Ramirez Thomas Elementary ranks #520 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ramirez Thomas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ramirez Thomas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Ramirez Thomas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramirez Thomas Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ramirez Thomas Elementary a charter school?
No, Ramirez Thomas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ramirez Thomas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ramirez Thomas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramirez Thomas Elementary?
99.5% of students at Ramirez Thomas 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
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (505) 467-3000
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #21 of 29
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