Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Navajo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Navajo Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Navajo 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 Navajo Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#599 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
78%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
5%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gallup School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navajo Elementary School's ranking?
Navajo Elementary School is ranked #599 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Navajo Elementary School?
310 students attend Navajo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Navajo Elementary School students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Navajo Elementary School offer ?
Navajo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Navajo Elementary School part of?
Navajo Elementary School is part of Gallup School District.
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