Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eutimio Salazar 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eutimio Salazar Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Eutimio Salazar 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 Eutimio Salazar Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#624 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
93%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gophers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eutimio Salazar Elementary School's ranking?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary School is ranked #624 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Eutimio Salazar Elementary School often compared to?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Velarde Elementary School, San Juan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Eutimio Salazar Elementary School?
352 students attend Eutimio Salazar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Eutimio Salazar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eutimio Salazar Elementary School?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eutimio Salazar Elementary School offer ?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eutimio Salazar Elementary School part of?
Eutimio Salazar Elementary School is part of Espanola School District.
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