Excellent
#65 of 864 schools in NM
Top 7% in state
Upper Elementary
Elementary School · ESTANCIA
300 N 7TH, Estancia, NM 87016
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
2nd – 6th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
2nd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#65 of 864
In Estancia
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
ESTANCIA
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Upper Elementary
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About Upper Elementary
Upper Elementary is a public elementary school in Estancia, NM, part of ESTANCIA. Upper Elementary serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades 2nd-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Upper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Upper Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Upper 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Upper Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Upper 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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Upper Elementary — Students at Upper Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Upper Elementary Compares
See how Upper 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
300 N 7TH, Estancia, NM 87016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Upper Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Tijeras), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Mountainair), a more accessible option. For more schools in Estancia, see our Estancia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOWER ELEMENTARY Estancia | 0.1 mi | 9.6 |
| ESTANCIA HIGH Estancia | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ESTANCIA MIDDLE Estancia | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MORIARTY ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 15.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MORIARTY MIDDLE Moriarty | 15.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty | 15.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MESD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Moriarty | 19.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY Mountainair | 19.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNTAINAIR HIGH Mountainair | 20.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MOUNTAINAIR JR HIGH Mountainair | 20.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PECOS CYBER ACADEMY Edgewood | 22.6 mi | — |
| ESTANCIA VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Edgewood | 23.0 mi | 7.5 |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty | 24.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 24.2 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 27.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Brimhall | 28.0 mi | — |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras | 28.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras | 28.7 mi | 7.1 |
| A. MONTOYA ELEMENTARY Tijeras | 28.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 32.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,129
Median Home Value
$117,400
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
2,897
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
81.2%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
51.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DORA ELEMENTARY Dora, NM | 8.4 |
| PLACITAS ELEMENTARY Bernalillo, NM | 8.6 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington, NM | 8.6 |
| TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS Taos, NM | 8.6 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe, NM | 8.7 |
| CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY Cloudcroft, NM | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Upper Elementary
What grades does Upper Elementary serve?
Upper Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 6th.
How many students attend Upper Elementary?
Upper Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Upper Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Upper Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Upper Elementary rank in NM?
Upper Elementary ranks #65 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Upper Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Upper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Upper Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Upper Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Upper Elementary a charter school?
No, Upper Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Upper Elementary a Title I school?
No, Upper Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Upper Elementary?
100.0% of students at Upper 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
- 2nd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Torrance County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.2%
- Phone
- (505) 384-2001
Resources & Links
District
ESTANCIA- District Enrollment
- 580
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,957
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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