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#358 of 864 schools in NM
Top 41% in state
Santa Rosa Elementary
Elementary School · SANTA ROSA
658 5TH STREET, Santa Rosa, NM 88435
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#358 of 864
In Santa Rosa
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
SANTA ROSA
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Santa Rosa Elementary
Santa Rosa Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Rosa, NM, part of SANTA ROSA. Santa Rosa Elementary serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Rosa Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, Santa Rosa 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.
Santa Rosa 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.
38% of students at Santa Rosa 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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Santa Rosa Elementary — Students at Santa Rosa Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.6%
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: 5.3/10.
How Santa Rosa Elementary Compares
See how Santa Rosa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
658 5TH STREET, Santa Rosa, NM 88435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Rosa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RITA A. MARQUEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 31.7 miles away, in nearby Anton Chico), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORT SUMNER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 41.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Sumner), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
7 within 41.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA ROSA HIGH Santa Rosa | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SANTA ROSA MIDDLE Santa Rosa | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ANTON CHICO MIDDLE Anton Chico | 30.9 mi | 8.4 |
| RITA A. MARQUEZ ELEMENTARY Anton Chico | 31.7 mi | 9.1 |
| FORT SUMNER ELEMENTARY Fort Sumner | 41.0 mi | 8.0 |
| FORT SUMNER HIGH Fort Sumner | 41.0 mi | 7.2 |
| FORT SUMNER MIDDLE Fort Sumner | 41.0 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,645
Median Home Value
$113,600
Median Rent
$525/mo
Population
3,413
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
80.2%
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman, NM | 6.6 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.6 |
| RATON INTERMEDIATE Raton, NM | 6.6 |
| TEXICO ELEMENTARY Texico, NM | 6.6 |
| BELEN FAMILY SCHOOL Belen, NM | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Rosa Elementary
What grades does Santa Rosa Elementary serve?
Santa Rosa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Rosa Elementary?
Santa Rosa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Rosa Elementary rank in NM?
Santa Rosa Elementary ranks #358 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Santa Rosa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Santa Rosa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rosa Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Rosa Elementary a charter school?
No, Santa Rosa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Rosa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santa Rosa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Rosa Elementary?
38.6% of students at Santa Rosa 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
- 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Guadalupe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (575) 472-3171
Resources & Links
District
SANTA ROSA- District Enrollment
- 587
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,955
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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