Serving 653 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maggie Cordova 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 29% (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 lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maggie Cordova Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maggie Cordova Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maggie Cordova Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#258 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maggie Cordova Elementary School's ranking?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Maggie Cordova Elementary School often compared to?
Maggie Cordova Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe Harris Elementary School, Martin King Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Maggie Cordova Elementary School?
653 students attend Maggie Cordova Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Maggie Cordova Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maggie Cordova Elementary School?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maggie Cordova Elementary School offer ?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maggie Cordova Elementary School part of?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Maggie Cordova Elementary School located?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School is located in the Unser Gateway neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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