Summary:
The 87522 zip code area is home to a single elementary school, Chimayo Elementary, which serves grades K-6 with a total enrollment of 126 students. While Chimayo Elementary lags behind the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, it outperforms the state in Science. The school serves a high-need student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Chimayo Elementary is ranked 241 out of 433 New Mexico elementary schools, placing it in the bottom half statewide. Its SchoolDigger rating is 2 out of 5 stars. The school's student-teacher ratio of 11.2 is lower than the state average, suggesting smaller class sizes. However, the school's overall performance and outcomes indicate room for improvement, particularly in the core subjects of English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Despite the challenges faced by Chimayo Elementary, the school's strengths in Science and its small class sizes present opportunities for growth and development. The Espanola school district may need to focus on addressing the root causes of the school's underperformance in core subjects and providing the necessary resources and support to ensure all students at Chimayo Elementary have the opportunity to succeed.
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