- ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 154 students
- EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY — Grades PK–8 · 704 students
- ATALAYA ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 259 students
- CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 317 students
- CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 181 students
- E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 182 students
- FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 163 students
- GONZALES ELEMENTARY — Grades K–8 · 328 students
- KEARNY ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 338 students
- SALAZAR ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 282 students
- SANTA FE HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1491 students
- TESUQUE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 61 students
- WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 298 students
- EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 416 students
- PINON ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 513 students
- EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 432 students
- R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 265 students
- CAPITAL HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1388 students
- CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 290 students
- DESERT SAGE ACADEMY — Grades K–12 · 69 students
- ACADEMY FOR TECHNOLOGY & CLASSICS — Grades 7–12 · 398 students
- RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 417 students
- ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–12 · 285 students
- AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO — Grades PK–6 · 354 students
- MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) — Grades 7–12 · 290 students
- NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 629 students
- EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES — Grades 9–12 · 137 students
- MILAGRO MIDDLE — Grades 7–8 · 329 students
- NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD — Grades PK–PK · 212 students
- EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 416 students
- MILAGRO MIDDLE — Grades 7–8 · 329 students
- SANTA FE HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,491 students
- CAPITAL HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,388 students
- EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES — Grades 9–12 · 137 students
- EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY — Grades PK–8 · 704 students
- NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 629 students
- PINON ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 513 students
- EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 432 students
- ACADEMY FOR TECHNOLOGY & CLASSICS — Grades 7–12 · 398 students
- AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO — Grades PK–6 · 354 students
- KEARNY ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 338 students
- GONZALES ELEMENTARY — Grades K–8 · 328 students
- CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 317 students
- WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 298 students
- MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) — Grades 7–12 · 290 students
- ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–12 · 285 students
- SALAZAR ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 282 students
- ATALAYA ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 259 students
- E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 182 students
- CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 181 students
- FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 163 students
- ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY — Grades K–6 · 154 students
- DESERT SAGE ACADEMY — Grades K–12 · 69 students
- TESUQUE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–6 · 61 students
| Metric | Santa Fe Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 13,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 28 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 27% below avg |
| District Type | Urban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Near average |
About Santa Fe Public Schools
Zip code 87505 in Santa Fe, New Mexico is served by Santa Fe Public Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of Santa Fe Public Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Santa Fe Public Schools runs approximately $12,000 annually, placing it near the New Mexico state average of approximately $12,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Santa Fe Public Schools is a large district with 30 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 11,769 students in total. Large districts typically provide broad program variety: multiple course tracks at the high school level, dedicated arts and athletic programs, specialized learning pathways, and a wider range of student support services. Individual school quality within a large district can vary considerably — always research your specific assigned school, not just district-level averages.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Santa Fe Public Schools 7 out of 10 — above average among New Mexico public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Mexico is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Santa Fe Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New Mexico. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 87505
Children in zip code 87505 are assigned to Santa Fe Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 87505, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Santa Fe Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Mexico districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Santa Fe
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Santa Fe Public Schools serves zip code 87505, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 87505 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Mexico, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Santa Fe Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 87505.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Santa Fe Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 87505 data.