Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Eagle Nest 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% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Eagle Nest Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 1,437.6 square miles in Eagle Nest, NM. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 24.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 37.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Nest Elementary School's student population of 72 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eagle Nest 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 Eagle Nest Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#448 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
54%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
45%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Nest Elementary School's ranking?
Eagle Nest Elementary School is ranked #448 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Eagle Nest Elementary School?
72 students attend Eagle Nest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Eagle Nest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle Nest Elementary School?
Eagle Nest Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eagle Nest Elementary School offer ?
Eagle Nest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle Nest Elementary School part of?
Eagle Nest Elementary School is part of Cimarron School District.
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