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#399 of 864 schools in NM
Top 46% in state
Stagecoach Elementary
Elementary School · GALLUP
1498 FREEDOM DR, Gallup, NM 87301
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#399 of 864
In Gallup
#8 of 18
public schools
In district
#12 of 32
GALLUP
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Stagecoach Elementary
Stagecoach Elementary is a public elementary school in Gallup, NM, part of GALLUP. Stagecoach Elementary serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Stagecoach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Stagecoach Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
73% of students at Stagecoach 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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Stagecoach Elementary — Students at Stagecoach Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 8.9/10.
How Stagecoach Elementary Compares
See how Stagecoach 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
1498 FREEDOM DR, Gallup, NM 87301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stagecoach Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gallup, see our Gallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 2.5 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 6.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,302
Median Home Value
$134,700
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
21,981
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Portales, NM | 6.4 |
| PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec, NM | 6.4 |
| VADO ELEMENTARY Vado, NM | 6.4 |
| EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.5 |
| ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 6.5 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stagecoach Elementary
What grades does Stagecoach Elementary serve?
Stagecoach Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Stagecoach Elementary?
Stagecoach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stagecoach Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stagecoach Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stagecoach Elementary rank in NM?
Stagecoach Elementary ranks #399 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Stagecoach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stagecoach 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 Stagecoach Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stagecoach Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Stagecoach Elementary a charter school?
No, Stagecoach Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stagecoach Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stagecoach Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stagecoach Elementary?
97.7% of students at Stagecoach 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
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.1%
- Phone
- (505) 721-4300
Resources & Links
District
GALLUP- District Enrollment
- 12,439
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,769
- District Rank
- #12 of 32
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