Serving 115 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Sumner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Sumner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Sumner Elementary School's student population of 115 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fort Sumner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Sumner Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#199 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Sumner Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Sumner Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Fort Sumner Elementary School?
115 students attend Fort Sumner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fort Sumner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Sumner Elementary School?
Fort Sumner Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Sumner Elementary School offer ?
Fort Sumner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Sumner Elementary School part of?
Fort Sumner Elementary School is part of Fort Sumner School District.
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