Needs Improvement
#849 of 864 schools in NM
San Juan Elementary
Elementary School · ESPANOLA
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#849 of 864
In Espanola
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
ESPANOLA
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About San Juan Elementary
San Juan Elementary is a public elementary school in Espanola, NM, part of ESPANOLA. San Juan Elementary serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. San Juan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #849 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for San Juan Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, San Juan Elementary 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.
San Juan Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
53% of students at San Juan 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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San Juan Elementary — Students at San Juan Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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: 1.4/10.
How San Juan Elementary Compares
See how San Juan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Juan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.4 mi | 4.0 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.3 mi | 2.9 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 5.4 mi | — |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 6.0 mi | 3.1 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 6.4 mi | 5.5 |
| VELARDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 8.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 11.4 mi | 7.7 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 11.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 11.7 mi | 3.8 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 12.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,077
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 3.2 |
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City, NM | 3.2 |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| NEWCOMB ELEMENTARY Newcomb, NM | 3.4 |
| SANTO DOMINGO ELEMENTARY Bernalillo, NM | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Juan Elementary
What grades does San Juan Elementary serve?
San Juan Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend San Juan Elementary?
San Juan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Juan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Juan Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Juan Elementary rank in NM?
San Juan Elementary ranks #849 of 864 schools in NM.
What is San Juan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Juan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 San Juan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Juan Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is San Juan Elementary a charter school?
No, San Juan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Juan Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Juan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Juan Elementary?
76.0% of students at San Juan 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.3%
- Phone
- (505) 852-4225
Resources & Links
District
ESPANOLA- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,809
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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