Laguna Elementary School serves 220 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laguna Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laguna Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Laguna Elementary School?
220 students attend Laguna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Laguna Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laguna Elementary School?
Laguna Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laguna Elementary School offer ?
Laguna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laguna Elementary School part of?
Laguna Elementary School is part of Laguna Elementary School District.
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