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Carlos Gilbert Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 335 students

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Posted June 3, 2011

Carlos Gilbert Elementary is a stand out! Our school leadership is exemplary with a wonderful Principal and an exceptional teaching staff. Long term, committed teachers have taught generations of Santa Fe children. Our Principal, Mrs. Sallee, is committed to education (#1) and we continue to make AYP. Our beautiful new building has created a new environment we are all proud of. We have an Outdoor Classroom, Playground, incredible Library, Computer Lab, state of the art classrooms, a Gym & Stage, as well as sports and academic clubs. Our PTK (parent group) is among the most involved and committed group of parents working to support our teachers & staff; raising funds for opportunities for our children and creating a very special school community. Carlos Gilbert is definitely one of the best schools in Santa Fe. Our school has grown and we have almost 375 students - BRAVO BLACKHAWKS!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 24, 2010

Excellent School! Parent involment, great teacher's and NEW principal Ms. Sallee make a huge different in the kids education and that's what I love about Carlos Gilbert.
—Submitted by Karla Guillen, a parent


Posted September 5, 2008

We love Carlos Gilbert - a great group of families and some of the best teachers in Santa Fe. The old building was pretty run-down, but is set to get a big renovation. The temporary set-up isn't great, but the school is still worth it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 6, 2007

Best elementary school in the state!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 11, 2007

The best public elementary school in Santa Fe bar none. Academic strength of each grade is teacher-dependent. Carlos Gilbert has one of the smallest enrollments, low FTE-student ratio, numerous extracurricular activities, and a very active PTA. My son loved his second grade teacher and is heartbroken that we are moving out of Santa Fe and he won't be going to Carlos Gilbert anymore. Also, it is the only public school that is downtown and many classes take field trips to the museums and Lensic for performances. Don't be put off by the age of the building - it is being renovated next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 24, 2007

We moved our children from a private school to the public school system. We were very worried about this but I couldn't be more pleased with Carlos Gilbert! I'm so impressed with the care and concern that goes into the education of our children. It turns out they were behind in the private school system and Carlos Gilbert has gone above and beyond to see that our children get caught up and excel in their education.
—Submitted by Jody, a parent


Posted October 8, 2005

This school is so awesome and I am glad I sent my child there.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
63%

2009

 
 
66%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 52% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
62%
Science

The state average for Science was 83% in 2010.

41 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
100%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

The state average for Math was 44% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 50% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 47% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

The state average for Math was 44% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
47%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
75%
Science

The state average for Science was 52% in 2010.

48 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
69%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
34%

2009

 
 
32%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 48% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
28%

2009

 
 
47%
Science

The state average for Science was 30% in 2010.

32 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
38%

2009

 
 
35%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

All Students51%
Female48%
Male55%
Asiann/a
Hispanic41%
Native Americann/a
White67%
Economically disadvantaged39%
Students with disabilities40%
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a

Reading

All Students69%
Female74%
Male64%
Asiann/a
Hispanic62%
Native Americann/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged44%
Students with disabilities50%
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the New Mexico Public Education Department. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

All Students60%
Female58%
Male62%
Asiann/a
Hispanic67%
Native Americann/a
White63%
Economically disadvantaged43%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a

Reading

All Students72%
Female79%
Male65%
Asiann/a
Hispanic70%
Native Americann/a
White68%
Economically disadvantaged57%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the New Mexico Public Education Department. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

All Students47%
Female53%
Male37%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic39%
Native Americann/a
White60%
Economically disadvantaged30%
Students with disabilities10%
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a

Reading

All Students69%
Female73%
Male63%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic61%
Native Americann/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Students with disabilities30%
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the New Mexico Public Education Department. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

Math

All Students41%
Female44%
Male37%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic33%
Native Americann/a
White60%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a

Reading

All Students41%
Female56%
Male26%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic33%
Native Americann/a
White60%
Economically disadvantaged42%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English Language Learner Currentn/a
English Language Learner Exitedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Mexico used the New Mexico Standards-Based Assessment (NMSBA) to test students in grades 3 through 8, 10 and 11 in Reading and Math. The NMSBA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Mexico. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the New Mexico Public Education Department. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Mexico's state standards

Source: New Mexico Public Education Department

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 64% 56%
White 29% 29%
American Indian/Alaska Native 4% 11%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 1%
Black N/A 3%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 40%N/A62%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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300 Griffin St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 467-4700

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