Serving 93 students in grades 4, Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School's student population of 93 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Tony Serna Jr. 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 Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#398 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
88%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School is ranked #398 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School?
93 students attend Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School part of?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School is part of West Las Vegas School District.
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