Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Esperanza Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esperanza Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Esperanza Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Esperanza 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 Esperanza Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#436 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
33%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Elementary School's ranking?
Esperanza Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Esperanza Elementary School often compared to?
Esperanza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffview Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Esperanza Elementary School?
449 students attend Esperanza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Esperanza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Esperanza Elementary School?
Esperanza Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esperanza Elementary School offer ?
Esperanza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esperanza Elementary School part of?
Esperanza Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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