Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Des Moines 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 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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-6
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Des Moines Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Des Moines, NM, encompassing approximately 1,163.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Des Moines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Des Moines Elementary School's student population of 82 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Des Moines 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 Des Moines Elementary School is 0.50, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Des Moines Elementary School's ranking?
Des Moines 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 Des Moines Elementary School?
82 students attend Des Moines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Des Moines Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Des Moines Elementary School?
Des Moines Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Des Moines Elementary School offer ?
Des Moines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Des Moines Elementary School part of?
Des Moines Elementary School is part of Des Moines School District.
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