Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tobe Turpen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tobe Turpen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tobe Turpen Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Tobe Turpen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tobe Turpen Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#523 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
72%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tobe Turpen Elementary School's ranking?
Tobe Turpen Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tobe Turpen Elementary School?
394 students attend Tobe Turpen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tobe Turpen Elementary School students are American Indian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tobe Turpen Elementary School?
Tobe Turpen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tobe Turpen Elementary School offer ?
Tobe Turpen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tobe Turpen Elementary School part of?
Tobe Turpen Elementary School is part of Gallup School District.
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