Serving 376 students in grades 5-6, Lindsey-steiner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindsey-Steiner Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Portales, NM school district, covering approximately 350.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.7 miles and the furthest edge located 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindsey-steiner Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#211 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindsey-steiner Elementary School's ranking?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lindsey-steiner Elementary School?
376 students attend Lindsey-steiner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lindsey-steiner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindsey-steiner Elementary School?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lindsey-steiner Elementary School offer ?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lindsey-steiner Elementary School part of?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School is part of Portales School District.
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