Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bayard Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bayard Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Bayard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayard Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#398 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
91%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayard Elementary School's ranking?
Bayard Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Bayard Elementary School often compared to?
Bayard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Cliff 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Bayard Elementary School?
163 students attend Bayard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bayard Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayard Elementary School?
Bayard Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bayard Elementary School offer ?
Bayard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayard Elementary School part of?
Bayard Elementary School is part of Cobre School District.
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