VADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VADO ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GADSDEN school district, located in VADO, NM with about 443 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 31 teachers, VADO ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

VADO ELEMENTARY is a public school located in Vado, New Mexico, serving the educational needs of students within the Gadsden Independent School District. As a neighborhood institution, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while catering to the diverse cultural and linguistic needs of the local community. The school’s mission generally aligns with the district's broader goal of preparing students for future academic success through a comprehensive curriculum and active community engagement.

The school serves as a central hub for the small, unincorporated community of Vado, offering a stable environment for elementary-aged children to grow. Its facilities and programming are designed to encourage student development through both classroom instruction and various extracurricular activities. Parents and guardians interested in specific updates, academic calendars, or enrollment information are encouraged to visit the school’s official district webpage at http://ve.gisd.k12.nm.us/ for the most current resources and administrative contacts.

For more information, contact VADO 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.