Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, La Mesa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Mesa Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Mesa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Mesa Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#799 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
76%
62%
Black
10%
2%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
La Mesa Elementary School is ranked #799 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend La Mesa Elementary School?
415 students attend La Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of La Mesa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Mesa Elementary School?
La Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Mesa Elementary School offer ?
La Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is La Mesa Elementary School part of?
La Mesa Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is La Mesa Elementary School located?
La Mesa Elementary School is located in the La Mesa neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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