Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elida Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elida Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elida Elementary School's student population of 73 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ELIDA SCHOOL: STRAIGHT A’S – Attendance, Attitude, and Achievement.
School Rankings
Elida Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elida Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#243 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
25%
63%
White
63%
19%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elida Elementary School's ranking?
Elida Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Elida Elementary School?
73 students attend Elida Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Elida Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elida Elementary School?
Elida Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elida Elementary School offer ?
Elida Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elida Elementary School part of?
Elida Elementary School is part of Elida School District.
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