Very Good
#146 of 864 schools in NM
Top 17% in state
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary
Elementary School · ZUNI
38 ZUNI ROUTE 301 NORTH, Zuni, NM 87327
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#146 of 864
In Zuni
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
ZUNI
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary
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About Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary is a public elementary school in Zuni, NM, part of ZUNI. Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Shiwi Ts'ana 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.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shiwi Ts'ana 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.
Score Breakdown
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Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary — Students at Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 9 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary Compares
See how Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
38 ZUNI ROUTE 301 NORTH, Zuni, NM 87327
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 30.2 miles away, in nearby Gallup), with a comparable rating. Another option is DAVID SKEET ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Vanderwagen), a more accessible option. Additionally, RAMAH ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Ramah), a more accessible option. For more schools in Zuni, see our Zuni schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ZUNI HIGH Zuni | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| TWIN BUTTES CYBER ACADEMY Zuni | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ZUNI MIDDLE Zuni | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST ANTHONY INDIAN SCHOOL Zuni | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ZUNI CHRISTIAN MISSION SCHOOL Zuni | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Chi Chil'tah Community School Vanderwagen | 13.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DAVID SKEET ELEMENTARY Vanderwagen | 16.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Bread Springs Day School Gallup | 20.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RAMAH HIGH Ramah | 17.9 mi | 6.7 |
| RAMAH ELEMENTARY Ramah | 18.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 28.8 mi | 6.2 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 29.0 mi | 4.5 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 29.1 mi | — |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 29.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 29.8 mi | 5.6 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 29.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Pine Hill Schools Pine Hill | 25.8 mi | — |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 30.2 mi | 6.9 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 30.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 30.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,179
Median Home Value
$79,300
Median Rent
$649/mo
Population
7,344
College Educated
6.7%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
32.2%
Median Age
34.5
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|---|---|
| DOUBLE EAGLE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.8 |
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| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.8 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Sunland Park, NM | 7.8 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock, NM | 7.7 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary
What grades does Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary serve?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary rank in NM?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary ranks #146 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary a charter school?
No, Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary?
85.7% of students at Shiwi Ts'ana 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
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (505) 782-4441
Resources & Links
District
ZUNI- District Enrollment
- 1,244
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,091
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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