Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Raymond Gabaldon 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 34% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#343 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
79%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School's ranking?
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School often compared to?
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Gallegos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School?
378 students attend Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School?
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School offer ?
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School part of?
Raymond Gabaldon Elementary School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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