Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Acequia Madre Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Acequia Madre Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Acequia Madre Elementary School's student population of 164 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Motto
Acequia Madre encompasses joyful learning by helping students discover and build upon their passions.
Acequia Madre Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acequia Madre Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#52 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
43%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
47%
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
23%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Acequia Madre Elementary School's ranking?
Acequia Madre Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Acequia Madre Elementary School often compared to?
Acequia Madre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood-gormley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Acequia Madre Elementary School?
164 students attend Acequia Madre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Acequia Madre Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acequia Madre Elementary School?
Acequia Madre Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acequia Madre Elementary School offer ?
Acequia Madre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acequia Madre Elementary School part of?
Acequia Madre Elementary School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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