Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Los Lunas 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 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Lunas Elementary serves the eastern part of the Los Lunas, NM school district, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Lunas Elementary School's student population of 458 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
The HEART of Los Lunas
School Rankings
Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#340 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Lunas Elementary School's ranking?
Los Lunas Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Los Lunas Elementary School often compared to?
Los Lunas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Gallegos Elementary School, Dennis Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Los Lunas Elementary School?
458 students attend Los Lunas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Los Lunas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Lunas Elementary School?
Los Lunas Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Lunas Elementary School offer ?
Los Lunas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Lunas Elementary School part of?
Los Lunas Elementary School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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