Serving 469 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 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Esperanza Elementary serves the northeast part of Farmington, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 25 square miles. Most families are about 10-12 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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 0.67, 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
15:1
13:1
American Indian
34%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
14%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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?
469 students attend Esperanza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Esperanza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are White, and 8% 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 15:1, which is higher than 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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