Serving 387 students in grades 3-5, White Mountain 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 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
White Mountain Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
It is a Great Day to be a Warrior!
School Rankings
White Mountain 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 White Mountain Elementary School is 0.58, which is more 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
#356 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
12%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
White Mountain Elementary School is ranked #356 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend White Mountain Elementary School?
387 students attend White Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of White Mountain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Mountain Elementary School?
White Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does White Mountain Elementary School offer ?
White Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Mountain Elementary School part of?
White Mountain Elementary School is part of Ruidoso School District.
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