Average
#483 of 864 schools in NM
Salazar Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA FE
1231 APACHE AVE., Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#483 of 864
In Santa Fe
#27 of 41
public schools
In district
#18 of 29
SANTA FE
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Salazar Elementary
Salazar Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. Salazar Elementary serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Salazar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #483 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Salazar Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Salazar 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.
37% of students at Salazar 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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Salazar Elementary — Students at Salazar Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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 Salazar Elementary Compares
See how Salazar 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
1231 APACHE AVE., Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salazar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 9.7 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | — |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | — |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LITTLE EARTH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.1 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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|---|---|
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey, NM | 6.0 |
| JAL ELEMENTARY Jal, NM | 6.0 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 6.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 6.1 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City, NM | 6.1 |
| INEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salazar Elementary
What grades does Salazar Elementary serve?
Salazar Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Salazar Elementary?
Salazar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salazar Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Salazar Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salazar Elementary rank in NM?
Salazar Elementary ranks #483 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Salazar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Salazar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Salazar Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salazar Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Salazar Elementary a charter school?
No, Salazar Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salazar Elementary a Title I school?
No, Salazar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salazar Elementary?
99.1% of students at Salazar 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (505) 467-3900
Resources & Links
District
SANTA FE- District Enrollment
- 11,490
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,817
- District Rank
- #18 of 29
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