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#561 of 864 schools in NM
Red Rock Elementary
Elementary School · GALLUP
1305 RED ROCK DRIVE, Gallup, NM 87301
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#561 of 864
In Gallup
#14 of 18
public schools
In district
#19 of 32
GALLUP
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Red Rock Elementary
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About Red Rock Elementary
Red Rock Elementary is a public elementary school in Gallup, NM, part of GALLUP. Red Rock Elementary serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Rock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #561 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Red Rock Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Red Rock 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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Red Rock Elementary — Students at Red Rock Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 4.0/10.
How Red Rock Elementary Compares
See how Red Rock 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
1305 RED ROCK DRIVE, Gallup, NM 87301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Rock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallup, see our Gallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 0.8 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 5.4 mi | 4.5 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 6.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock | 7.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,302
Median Home Value
$134,700
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
21,981
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
34.1
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| BERRENDO ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Rock Elementary
What grades does Red Rock Elementary serve?
Red Rock Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Red Rock Elementary?
Red Rock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Rock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Rock Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Rock Elementary rank in NM?
Red Rock Elementary ranks #561 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Red Rock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Rock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Red Rock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Rock Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Red Rock Elementary a charter school?
No, Red Rock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Rock Elementary a Title I school?
No, Red Rock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Rock Elementary?
93.1% of students at Red Rock 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
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (505) 721-3900
Resources & Links
District
GALLUP- District Enrollment
- 12,439
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,769
- District Rank
- #19 of 32
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