Serving 62 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Corona Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Corona Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Corona, NM, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,081.6 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of this zone is about 28.1 miles, reaching as far as 47.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Corona Elementary School's student population of 62 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Corona Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corona Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#13 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
29%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
65%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corona Elementary School's ranking?
Corona Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Corona Elementary School?
62 students attend Corona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Corona Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corona Elementary School?
Corona Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Corona Elementary School offer ?
Corona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corona Elementary School part of?
Corona Elementary School is part of Corona School District.
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