Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ladera Del Norte Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladera Del Norte Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#212 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
23%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
24%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladera Del Norte Elementary School's ranking?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Ladera Del Norte Elementary School often compared to?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Verde Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ladera Del Norte Elementary School?
507 students attend Ladera Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ladera Del Norte Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are American Indian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladera Del Norte Elementary School?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ladera Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ladera Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary School is part of Farmington Municipal Schools School District.
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