Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loving Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loving Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Loving, NM, covering approximately 127.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to its edges being about 8.3 miles and the furthest point reaching 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loving Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Loving Elementary School's student population of 355 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loving 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 Loving Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#231 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
29%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loving Elementary School's ranking?
Loving Elementary School is ranked #231 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Loving Elementary School?
355 students attend Loving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Loving Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loving Elementary School?
Loving Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loving Elementary School offer ?
Loving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loving Elementary School part of?
Loving Elementary School is part of Loving School District.
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