Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tombaugh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Math Proficiency: 36%
- Reading Proficiency: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tombaugh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tombaugh Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tombaugh Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
83%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tombaugh Elementary School often compared to?
Tombaugh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Valley Elementary School, Mesilla Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Tombaugh Elementary School?
593 students attend Tombaugh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Tombaugh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tombaugh Elementary School?
Tombaugh Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tombaugh Elementary School offer ?
Tombaugh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tombaugh Elementary School part of?
Tombaugh Elementary School is part of Las Cruces Public Schools School District.
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