Serving 189 students in grades 2-3, Don Cecilio Martinez 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Don Cecilio Mtz Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Las Vegas, NM, encompassing approximately 3,067.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 28.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 92.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School's student population of 189 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#474 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
95%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
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
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted0.5%
31.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School's ranking?
Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 796 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School?
189 students attend Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School?
Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School offer ?
Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School part of?
Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School is part of West Las Vegas School District.
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