Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bluffview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bluffview Elementary serves the northeast part of Farmington, NM, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluffview Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Bluffview 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 Bluffview Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#608 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
36%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
36%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
17%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluffview Elementary School's ranking?
Bluffview Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Bluffview Elementary School often compared to?
Bluffview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Bluffview Elementary School?
355 students attend Bluffview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Bluffview Elementary School students are American Indian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluffview Elementary School?
Bluffview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluffview Elementary School offer ?
Bluffview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluffview Elementary School part of?
Bluffview Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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