Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Grand Plains Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Grand Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Grand Plains Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Grand Plains Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Grand Plains Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#131 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
21%
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 (05-06)
2%
8%
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 East Grand Plains Elementary School's ranking?
East Grand Plains Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are East Grand Plains Elementary School often compared to?
East Grand Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hagerman Elementary School, Lake Arthur Elementary School, Del Norte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend East Grand Plains Elementary School?
218 students attend East Grand Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Grand Plains Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Grand Plains Elementary School?
East Grand Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Grand Plains Elementary School offer ?
East Grand Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Grand Plains Elementary School part of?
East Grand Plains Elementary School is part of Roswell Independent Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
Suvanna
I loved that school i wish i could just go back and stay in kindergarden all the time. I even though i only went there for a year it was totaly the best school id ever gone to. I was in kindergarten in the year of 2001.
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