For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,912 students in 87505, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87505, NM are Chaparral Elementary School, Desert Sage Academy and E.j. Martinez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87505 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87505, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87505, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2451 Avenida Chaparral
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1400
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1400
Gr: K-6 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Desert Sage Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2504 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Gr: K-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
E.j. Martinez Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 North San Mateo
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3800
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Nm School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Gr: PK-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Francis X. Nava Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2655 Siringo Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1200
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1200
Gr: PK-6 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Salazar Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1231 Apache Ave.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3900
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Edward Ortiz Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4164 South Meadows
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Ramirez Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
610 Alta Vista
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3000
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
R.m. Sweeney Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Airport Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1500
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Thrive Community School
Charter School
7300 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-1990
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-1990
Gr: K-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87505, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87505, NM include Chaparral Elementary School, Desert Sage Academy and E.j. Martinez Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87505?
11 public elementary schools are located in 87505.
What is the racial composition of students in 87505?
87505 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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