Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eva B Stokely Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher 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 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY serves the northwest part of Shiprock, NM, covering an area of approximately 141.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone reaching up to 27.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eva B Stokely Elementary School's student population of 203 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Eva B Stokely Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eva B Stokely Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#265 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
89%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eva B Stokely Elementary School's ranking?
Eva B Stokely Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Eva B Stokely Elementary School?
203 students attend Eva B Stokely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Eva B Stokely Elementary School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eva B Stokely Elementary School?
Eva B Stokely Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eva B Stokely Elementary School offer ?
Eva B Stokely Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eva B Stokely Elementary School part of?
Eva B Stokely Elementary School is part of Central School District.
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