Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cubero 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cubero Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cubero Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cubero Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cubero Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#55 out of 217 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
86%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
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)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cubero Elementary School's ranking?
Cubero Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend Cubero Elementary School?
193 students attend Cubero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cubero Elementary School students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cubero Elementary School?
Cubero Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cubero Elementary School offer ?
Cubero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cubero Elementary School part of?
Cubero Elementary School is part of Grants-Cibola County Schools School District.
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