Ben Alexander Elementary School serves 219 students in grades 2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Alexander Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ben Alexander Elementary School is 0.31, 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
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
15%
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 (19-20)
9%
3%
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
How many students attend Ben Alexander Elementary School?
219 students attend Ben Alexander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ben Alexander Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Alexander Elementary School?
Ben Alexander Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ben Alexander Elementary School offer ?
Ben Alexander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Alexander Elementary School part of?
Ben Alexander Elementary School is part of Lovington School District.
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