Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Luz 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Luz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Luz Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
212 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
La Luz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Luz Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#244 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of La Luz Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of La Luz Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/rla_percent/54000/53543/la-luz-elementary-school-chart-bsE31dj.png)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
12%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
50%
62%
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Black
3%
2%
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White
43%
21%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of La Luz Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of La Luz Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/54000/53543/la-luz-elementary-school-chart-mWMYoY.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Luz Elementary School's ranking?
La Luz Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 810 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend La Luz Elementary School?
212 students attend La Luz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of La Luz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Luz Elementary School?
La Luz Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Luz Elementary School offer ?
La Luz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Luz Elementary School part of?
La Luz Elementary School is part of Alamogordo Public Schools School District.
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