Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Animas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Animas Elementary serves the northern part of Farmington, NM, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Animas Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Animas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animas Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#523 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
50%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animas Elementary School's ranking?
Animas Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Animas Elementary School often compared to?
Animas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apache Elementary School, Judy Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Animas Elementary School?
345 students attend Animas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Animas Elementary School students are American Indian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animas Elementary School?
Animas Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Animas Elementary School offer ?
Animas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Animas Elementary School part of?
Animas Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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