Serving 80 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rio Gallinas School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Gallinas School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Rio Gallinas School's student population of 80 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rio Gallinas School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Gallinas School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
79%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Gallinas School's ranking?
Rio Gallinas School is ranked #356 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Gallinas School often compared to?
Rio Gallinas Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mike Sena Elementary School, Pecos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Rio Gallinas School?
80 students attend Rio Gallinas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rio Gallinas School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Gallinas School?
Rio Gallinas School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Gallinas School offer ?
Rio Gallinas School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rio Gallinas School part of?
Rio Gallinas School is part of West Las Vegas School District.
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