Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loma Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY serves the southeast part of Las Cruces, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loma Heights Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders of Outstanding Models of Academics- GO FAR!
School Rankings
Loma Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loma Heights Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#373 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
88%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
9%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loma Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Loma Heights Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Loma Heights Elementary School?
450 students attend Loma Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Loma Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loma Heights Elementary School?
Loma Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loma Heights Elementary School offer ?
Loma Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loma Heights Elementary School part of?
Loma Heights Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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