EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL

EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the SANTA FE school district, located in SANTA FE, NM with about 497 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 37 teachers, EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL, located in the scenic foothills of Santa Fe, New Mexico, serves as a comprehensive K-8 educational institution within the Santa Fe Public Schools district. The school is known for its strong emphasis on creating a nurturing, community-oriented environment that bridges the transition between elementary and middle school years. By fostering a close-knit campus culture, the school aims to support students through their foundational years, providing a structured yet engaging curriculum designed to meet the diverse academic and social needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic core, El Dorado is characterized by its commitment to community involvement and holistic development. The school leverages its location in the El Dorado neighborhood to encourage active participation from families and local residents, viewing the campus as a hub for community life. With a focus on preparing students for the challenges of high school and beyond, the faculty emphasizes critical thinking, character building, and collaborative learning, ensuring that students are well-rounded individuals by the time they promote to the secondary level.

For more information, contact EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL at (505) 467-2003 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2 AVENIDA TORREON
SANTA FE, NM 87508
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EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public school in SANTA FE, NM with about 497 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SANTA FE
Total Students:
497
Teachers:
37.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 497 students

White
56.7%
Hispanic/Latino
38.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.4%
Asian
1.4%
Black or African American
1.0%
Two or more races
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
45.9%
Male
54.1%

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.