SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GADSDEN school district, located in SANTA TERESA, NM with about 580 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY, located in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, is a primary school serving the Gadsden Independent School District. The school is situated near the U.S.-Mexico border, placing it in a unique geographic position that reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region. As part of a district that serves a large number of English Language Learners and students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, the school focuses on providing an inclusive academic environment tailored to meet the needs of a bilingual and bicultural student population.

Academically, SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY emphasizes foundational literacy and numeracy, striving to bridge achievement gaps and prepare students for success in middle school. The school community typically engages in initiatives that support student development both inside and outside the classroom, utilizing its location to foster a strong sense of community. By maintaining a focus on rigorous curriculum standards and supportive instructional practices, the school aims to empower its young learners to thrive in an increasingly globalized educational landscape.

For more information, contact SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY at (505) 882-6203 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.