Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cloudcroft Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 37% 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: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 1,297.4 square miles around Cloudcroft, NM. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 48.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cloudcroft Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cloudcroft Elementary School's student population of 186 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cloudcroft 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 Cloudcroft Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#112 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly Green & White
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cloudcroft Elementary School's ranking?
Cloudcroft Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cloudcroft Elementary School often compared to?
Cloudcroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cloudcroft Middle School, High Rolls Mountain Park Elementary School, Cloudcroft High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cloudcroft Elementary School?
186 students attend Cloudcroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cloudcroft Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cloudcroft Elementary School?
Cloudcroft Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloudcroft Elementary School offer ?
Cloudcroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloudcroft Elementary School part of?
Cloudcroft Elementary School is part of Cloudcroft School District.
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