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#282 of 864 schools in NM

Top 33% in state

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary

Elementary School · LOS LUNAS

PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#282 of 864

In Los Lunas

#4 of 17

public schools

In district

#3 of 16

LOS LUNAS

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Raymond Gabaldon Elementary

6.9/10

Elementary School in Los Lunas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Raymond Gabaldon Elementary

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Lunas, NM, part of LOS LUNAS. Raymond Gabaldon Elementary serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond Gabaldon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Raymond Gabaldon Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Raymond Gabaldon 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,753
Chronic Absenteeism36%

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary — Students at Raymond Gabaldon Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
25%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
34%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Raymond Gabaldon Elementary Compares

See how Raymond Gabaldon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
68th percentile in NM
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raymond Gabaldon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Isleta Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Lunas, see our Los Lunas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas 0.3 mi 5.6
LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 0.4 mi 5.8
KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 0.6 mi 8.1
SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas 0.8 mi 7.0
CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas 1.4 mi 5.5
LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas 1.6 mi 6.9
VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 2.5 mi 4.9
LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas 2.5 mi 6.5
PERALTA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 2.8 mi 6.8
BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 3.5 mi 5.4
SUNDANCE ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 3.1 mi 6.5
ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 4.3 mi 7.5
TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 5.6 mi 5.2
DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen 5.8 mi 7.0
Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque 6.2 mi 7.3
VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas 5.9 mi 5.5
DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 5.9 mi 6.0
VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas 6.8 mi 5.8
DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas 8.0 mi 3.4
CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belen 8.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,947

Median Home Value

$206,600

Median Rent

$1,083/mo

Population

46,211

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raymond Gabaldon Elementary

What grades does Raymond Gabaldon Elementary serve?

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Raymond Gabaldon Elementary?

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond Gabaldon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Raymond Gabaldon Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Raymond Gabaldon Elementary rank in NM?

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary ranks #282 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Raymond Gabaldon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Raymond Gabaldon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Raymond Gabaldon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond Gabaldon Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Raymond Gabaldon Elementary a charter school?

No, Raymond Gabaldon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Raymond Gabaldon Elementary a Title I school?

No, Raymond Gabaldon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raymond Gabaldon Elementary?

83.3% of students at Raymond Gabaldon 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

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Valencia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.0%

District

LOS LUNAS
District Enrollment
8,242
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,753
District Rank
#3 of 16

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