Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jal Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to 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 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jal Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Jal, NM, covering approximately 724.1 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 18.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 33 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jal Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jal 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 Jal Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#345 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
85%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jal Elementary School's ranking?
Jal Elementary School is ranked #345 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?
20-24% 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 Jal Elementary School?
290 students attend Jal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jal Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jal Elementary School?
Jal Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jal Elementary School offer ?
Jal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jal Elementary School part of?
Jal Elementary School is part of Jal School District.
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