Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barry Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Barry Elementary serves the northern part of Clovis, NM, covering an area of approximately 101.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 15.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Barry Elementary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Barry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barry Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#119 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
44%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry Elementary School's ranking?
Barry Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Barry Elementary School often compared to?
Barry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Barry Elementary School?
357 students attend Barry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Barry Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barry Elementary School?
Barry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barry Elementary School offer ?
Barry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barry Elementary School part of?
Barry Elementary School is part of Clovis School District.
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