Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chamisa Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamisa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chamisa Elementary School's student population of 302 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Chamisa Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamisa Elementary School is 0.58, which is more 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
#19 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
53%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamisa Elementary School's ranking?
Chamisa Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Chamisa Elementary School often compared to?
Chamisa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinon Elementary School, Barranca Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chamisa Elementary School?
302 students attend Chamisa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chamisa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamisa Elementary School?
Chamisa Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chamisa Elementary School offer ?
Chamisa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamisa Elementary School part of?
Chamisa Elementary School is part of Los Alamos School District.
School Reviews
5 6/14/2010
I have never worked at a school where the teachers are more concerned about kids as individuals as Chamisa. They care about their academic progress deeply, but they also care about the whole child. It is a honor to be counted as one in this community of educators.
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