RAMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RAMAH ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GALLUP school district, located in RAMAH, NM with about 172 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 15 teachers, RAMAH ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

RAMAH ELEMENTARY School is a public institution located in the rural community of Ramah, New Mexico, serving as part of the Gallup-McKinley County School District. As a smaller school situated within a region rich in cultural heritage, it focuses on providing foundational education to elementary-aged students in a close-knit, community-centered environment. The school is committed to supporting the academic and social growth of its students, reflecting the broader mission of the district to foster learning opportunities within its diverse geographic footprint.

Academically and operationally, the school integrates into the district-wide framework that emphasizes core subjects, student engagement, and preparation for middle school transitions. Because it is located in a remote area of New Mexico, the school often serves as a vital hub for local families, working to bridge the gap between traditional community values and modern educational standards. Through its online presence and district affiliation, RAMAH ELEMENTARY maintains communication with parents and stakeholders to ensure that the unique needs of its student population are met within the public school system.

For more information, contact RAMAH ELEMENTARY at (505) 721-1051 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

17 EVANS CIRCLE
RAMAH, NM 87321
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RAMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RAMAH, NM with about 172 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
GALLUP
Total Students:
172
Teachers:
15.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 172 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RAMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly American Indian or Alaska Native, representing about 74% of the student body.

American Indian or Alaska Native
74.4%
White
16.9%
Hispanic/Latino
3.5%
Two or more races
3.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.7%

Female
46.5%
Male
53.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.