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#45 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 44% of private schools
Rio Grande School
Elementary School
715 CAMINO CABRA, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#45 of 100
In Santa Fe
#6 of 11
public schools
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Rio Grande School
Elementary School in Santa Fe · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rio Grande School
Rio Grande School is a private elementary school in Santa Fe, NM. Rio Grande School serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rio Grande School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Rio Grande School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Rio Grande School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rio Grande School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Rio Grande School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Fe, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rio Grande School (this school) | 6.5 |
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY | 8.9 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | 6.8 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD | 5.3 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY | 5.7 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY | 5.8 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY | 5.6 |
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO | 6.6 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NM.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NM
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
715 CAMINO CABRA, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rio Grande School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATALAYA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| DESERT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | — |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTA FE WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.5 mi | — |
| LA MARIPOSA MONTESSORI Santa Fe | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| SANTA FE GIRLS' SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LITTLE EARTH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | — |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
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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| ARROYO DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Arroyo Seco, NM | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rio Grande School
What grades does Rio Grande School serve?
Rio Grande School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Rio Grande School?
Rio Grande School has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rio Grande School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rio Grande School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rio Grande School rank in NM?
Rio Grande School ranks #45 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Rio Grande School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rio Grande School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rio Grande School a private school?
Yes, Rio Grande School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Rio Grande School a religious school?
No, Rio Grande School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 983-1621
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