Serving 128 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Magdalena 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 82% 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-5
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magdalena Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 2,187 square miles around Magdalena, NM. Typical travel time to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 52 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magdalena Elementary School's student population of 128 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magdalena 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 Magdalena Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#451 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.5%
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 (05-06)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magdalena Elementary School's ranking?
Magdalena Elementary School is ranked #451 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Magdalena Elementary School?
128 students attend Magdalena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Magdalena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magdalena Elementary School?
Magdalena Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magdalena Elementary School offer ?
Magdalena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magdalena Elementary School part of?
Magdalena Elementary School is part of Magdalena School District.
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