Serving 439 students in grades 1-3, Central Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Primary's student population of 439 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Primary 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
43%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
25%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Central Primary?
439 students attend Central Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Central Primary students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Primary?
Central Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Primary offer ?
Central Primary offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Central Primary part of?
Central Primary is part of Bloomfield Schools School District.
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