Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonoma Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sonoma Elementary School's student population of 741 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sonoma Elementary School is 0.44, 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)33%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
71%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
25%
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 (19-20)
8%
3%
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 schools are Sonoma Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Elementary School?
741 students attend Sonoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sonoma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonoma Elementary School?
Sonoma Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonoma Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sonoma Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Elementary School is part of Las Cruces Public Schools School District.
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