Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Santa Rosa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Rosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Santa Rosa Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Rosa Elementary 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 Santa Rosa Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#264 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Rosa Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Rosa Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Santa Rosa Elementary School?
201 students attend Santa Rosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Santa Rosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Rosa Elementary School?
Santa Rosa Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Rosa Elementary School offer ?
Santa Rosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Santa Rosa Elementary School part of?
Santa Rosa Elementary School is part of Santa Rosa Consolidated Schools School District.
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