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#626 of 864 schools in NM
Tony Quintana Elementary
Elementary School · ESPANOLA
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#626 of 864
In Espanola
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#8 of 13
ESPANOLA
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About Tony Quintana Elementary
Tony Quintana Elementary is a public elementary school in Espanola, NM, part of ESPANOLA. Tony Quintana Elementary serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tony Quintana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #626 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Tony Quintana Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tony Quintana 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.
Tony Quintana 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.
62% of students at Tony Quintana 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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Tony Quintana Elementary — Students at Tony Quintana Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Tony Quintana Elementary Compares
See how Tony Quintana Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tony Quintana Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 6.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 5.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.8 mi | 3.2 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 6.0 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 6.0 mi | 3.8 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 7.2 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 7.2 mi | 3.7 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| EDISON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 5.3 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.3 |
| MORA ELEMENTARY Mora, NM | 5.3 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg, NM | 5.3 |
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield, NM | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tony Quintana Elementary
What grades does Tony Quintana Elementary serve?
Tony Quintana Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Tony Quintana Elementary?
Tony Quintana Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tony Quintana Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tony Quintana Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tony Quintana Elementary rank in NM?
Tony Quintana Elementary ranks #626 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Tony Quintana Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tony Quintana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Tony Quintana Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tony Quintana Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tony Quintana Elementary a charter school?
No, Tony Quintana Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tony Quintana Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tony Quintana Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tony Quintana Elementary?
73.8% of students at Tony Quintana 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
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.4%
- Phone
- (505) 753-3213
Resources & Links
District
ESPANOLA- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,809
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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