Serving 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Arthur 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Arthur Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lake Arthur, NM, covering approximately 399.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 14 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 34.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Arthur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Arthur Elementary School's student population of 67 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Arthur Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Arthur Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#412 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
10%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
23%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Arthur Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Arthur Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Lake Arthur Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Arthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hagerman Elementary School, East Grand Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lake Arthur Elementary School?
67 students attend Lake Arthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lake Arthur Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Arthur Elementary School?
Lake Arthur Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Arthur Elementary School offer ?
Lake Arthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Arthur Elementary School part of?
Lake Arthur Elementary School is part of Lake Arthur School District.
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