Needs Improvement
#836 of 864 schools in NM
Based on limited data
Wingate Elementary School
Elementary School · Wingate Elementary School
12 Painted Horse Trail, Ft. Wingate, NM 87316
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
89.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
89.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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Wingate Elementary School
Elementary School in Ft. Wingate · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wingate Elementary School
Wingate Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ft. Wingate, NM, part of Wingate Elementary School. Wingate Elementary School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 89.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Wingate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #836 of 864 schools in NM. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wingate Elementary School runs 89.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Wingate Elementary School 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.
64% of students at Wingate Elementary School 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Wingate Elementary School Compares
See how Wingate Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12 Painted Horse Trail, Ft. Wingate, NM 87316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wingate Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ft. Wingate, see our Ft. Wingate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wingate High School Fort Wingate | 0.6 mi | — |
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock | 5.8 mi | 4.4 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 7.4 mi | 6.4 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 8.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 9.7 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 9.8 mi | 6.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 10.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 10.2 mi | 6.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 10.6 mi | 5.6 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 10.9 mi | — |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 11.1 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 11.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 11.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 11.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.0 mi | 7.9 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Bread Springs Day School Gallup | 13.0 mi | 5.7 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 13.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Mariano Lake Community School Crownpoint | 14.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,324
Median Home Value
$77,200
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
1,721
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wingate Elementary School
What grades does Wingate Elementary School serve?
Wingate Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wingate Elementary School?
Wingate Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wingate Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wingate Elementary School is 89.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wingate Elementary School rank in NM?
Wingate Elementary School ranks #836 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Wingate Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wingate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wingate Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wingate Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wingate Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wingate Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wingate Elementary School?
99.2% of students at Wingate Elementary School 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 89.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.1%
- Phone
- (505) 488-6300
Resources & Links
District
Wingate Elementary School- District Enrollment
- 359
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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