San Juan Elementary

San Juan Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in Espanola, New Mexico. Serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 167 students and boasts a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 13 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's setting is rural but near a town, offering a close-knit community feel.

San Juan Elementary’s academic performance currently places it at the 38th percentile among New Mexico schools, indicating there is room for improvement in test scores. In reading and math assessments, only 22% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while just 12% meet proficiency standards in Math. Despite these challenges, the school remains committed to supporting student development.

The school’s setting in a rural area provides a unique learning environment that can offer close community ties and opportunities for hands-on education.

With an enrollment of 167 students, San Juan Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, San Juan Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.