Lea Elementary School serves 251 students in grades 1.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lea Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lea Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
16%
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
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lea Elementary School?
251 students attend Lea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lea Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lea Elementary School?
Lea Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lea Elementary School offer ?
Lea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1
What school district is Lea Elementary School part of?
Lea Elementary School is part of Lovington Municipal Schools School District.
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