Serving 68 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Abiquiu Elementary School 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abiquiu Elementary School 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
Abiquiu Elementary School's student population of 68 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abiquiu Elementary School 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 Abiquiu Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#638 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
7%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abiquiu Elementary School's ranking?
Abiquiu Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Abiquiu Elementary School often compared to?
Abiquiu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernandez Elementary School, Velarde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Abiquiu Elementary School?
68 students attend Abiquiu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Abiquiu Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abiquiu Elementary School?
Abiquiu Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abiquiu Elementary School offer ?
Abiquiu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abiquiu Elementary School part of?
Abiquiu Elementary School is part of Espanola School District.
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