Average
#397 of 864 schools in NM
Top 46% in state
Santa Teresa Elementary
Elementary School · GADSDEN
201 COMMERCIANTES, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#397 of 864
In Santa Teresa
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#16 of 26
GADSDEN
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Santa Teresa Elementary
Santa Teresa Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Teresa, NM, part of GADSDEN. Santa Teresa Elementary serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Teresa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Teresa Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Santa Teresa 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 Teresa Elementary — Students at Santa Teresa Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Santa Teresa Elementary Compares
See how Santa Teresa 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
201 COMMERCIANTES, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Teresa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA UNION ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Anthony), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Sunland Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Teresa, see our Santa Teresa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA TERESA HIGH Santa Teresa | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GONZALO AND SOFIA GARCIA EL Canutillo | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| GADSDEN ADMIN COMPLEX PREK CENTER Sunland Park | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE El Paso | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| CALVARY WEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anthony | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JOSE H DAMIAN EL Canutillo | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| SANTA TERESA MIDDLE Santa Teresa | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CANUTILLO MIDDLE Canutillo | 4.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE Canutillo | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CANUTILLO EL Canutillo | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLIAM C HERRERA EL El Paso | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) Canutillo | 4.7 mi | 9.1 |
| CANUTILLO H S Canutillo | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LA UNION ELEMENTARY Anthony | 5.5 mi | 8.6 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso | 5.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,502
Median Home Value
$228,800
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
11,776
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Portales, NM | 6.4 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho, NM | 6.4 |
| PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec, NM | 6.4 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 6.4 |
| VADO ELEMENTARY Vado, NM | 6.4 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Teresa Elementary
What grades does Santa Teresa Elementary serve?
Santa Teresa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Santa Teresa Elementary?
Santa Teresa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Teresa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Teresa Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Teresa Elementary rank in NM?
Santa Teresa Elementary ranks #397 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Santa Teresa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Teresa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Santa Teresa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Teresa Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Teresa Elementary a charter school?
No, Santa Teresa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Teresa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santa Teresa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Teresa Elementary?
100.2% of students at Santa Teresa 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
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (575) 882-6203
Resources & Links
District
GADSDEN- District Enrollment
- 12,130
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,250
- District Rank
- #16 of 26
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