Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Norte Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Norte Elementary serves the southwest part of Roswell, NM, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Norte Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Norte Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#210 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
70%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
27%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Norte Elementary School's ranking?
Del Norte Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Del Norte Elementary School often compared to?
Del Norte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berrendo Elementary School, Military Heights Elementary School, East Grand Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Del Norte Elementary School?
518 students attend Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Del Norte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Norte Elementary School?
Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Del Norte Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
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