Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbus 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 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Columbus Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#697 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
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 (04-05)
1%
10%
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 Columbus Elementary School's ranking?
Columbus Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Columbus Elementary School?
488 students attend Columbus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Columbus Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Elementary School?
Columbus Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Columbus Elementary School offer ?
Columbus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Elementary School part of?
Columbus Elementary School is part of Deming School District.
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