Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Luz Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA LUZ ELEMENTARY serves the northwest part of La Luz, NM, covering an area of approximately 185.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Luz Elementary School's student population of 224 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Luz 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 La Luz Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#231 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
46%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
46%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
3%
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 #231 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?
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?
224 students attend La Luz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of La Luz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 13:1.
What grades does La Luz Elementary School offer ?
La Luz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Luz Elementary School part of?
La Luz Elementary School is part of Alamogordo School District.
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