Average
#617 of 864 schools in NM
R.m. Sweeney Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA FE
501 AIRPORT ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#617 of 864
In Santa Fe
#34 of 41
public schools
In district
#25 of 29
SANTA FE
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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R.m. Sweeney Elementary
Elementary School in Santa Fe · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R.m. Sweeney Elementary
R.m. Sweeney Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. R.m.
Sweeney Elementary serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. R.m. Sweeney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #617 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for R.m. Sweeney Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at R.m. Sweeney 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.
38% of students at R.m. Sweeney 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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R.m. Sweeney Elementary — Students at R.m. Sweeney Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
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: 6.7/10.
How R.m. Sweeney Elementary Compares
See how R.m. Sweeney 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
501 AIRPORT ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R.m. Sweeney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| CAPITAL HIGH Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SANTO NINOS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| THE MASTERS PROGRAM Santa Fe | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe | 3.7 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe | 3.7 mi | — |
| ACADEMY FOR TECHNOLOGY & CLASSICS Santa Fe | 3.8 mi | 8.5 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield, NM | 5.4 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Carlsbad, NM | 5.4 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi, NM | 5.4 |
| WASHINGTON AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R.m. Sweeney Elementary
What grades does R.m. Sweeney Elementary serve?
R.m. Sweeney Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend R.m. Sweeney Elementary?
R.m. Sweeney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R.m. Sweeney Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at R.m. Sweeney Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R.m. Sweeney Elementary rank in NM?
R.m. Sweeney Elementary ranks #617 of 864 schools in NM.
What is R.m. Sweeney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
R.m. Sweeney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 R.m. Sweeney Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R.m. Sweeney Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is R.m. Sweeney Elementary a charter school?
No, R.m. Sweeney Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R.m. Sweeney Elementary a Title I school?
No, R.m. Sweeney Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R.m. Sweeney Elementary?
70.3% of students at R.m. Sweeney 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
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (505) 467-1500
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #25 of 29
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