Laguna Elementary School serves 224 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 28:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- 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 224 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
Average Class Size
20 students
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
28:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
224 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 28:1, which is higher 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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