Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gadsden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gadsden Elementary serves the eastern part of the Sunland Park, NM, school district, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gadsden Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gadsden 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 Gadsden Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#231 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
1%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, Black, and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden Elementary School's ranking?
Gadsden Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Gadsden Elementary School often compared to?
Gadsden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berino Elementary School, Hermosa Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Gadsden Elementary School?
379 students attend Gadsden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Gadsden Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gadsden Elementary School?
Gadsden Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gadsden Elementary School offer ?
Gadsden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gadsden Elementary School part of?
Gadsden Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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