Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-8, San Diego Riverside ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Diego Riverside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
San Diego Riverside's student population of 55 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Family of Learners, the Heart and Future of Walatowa
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
San Diego Riverside ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Diego Riverside is 0.26, 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
#720 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
85%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego Riverside's ranking?
San Diego Riverside is ranked #720 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend San Diego Riverside?
55 students attend San Diego Riverside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of San Diego Riverside students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Diego Riverside?
San Diego Riverside has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does San Diego Riverside offer ?
San Diego Riverside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Diego Riverside part of?
San Diego Riverside is part of Jemez Valley School District.
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