Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nancy Lopez 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nancy Lopez Elementary serves the southwest part of Roswell, NM, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nancy Lopez Elementary School's student population of 190 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Falcons
School Rankings
Nancy Lopez 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 Nancy Lopez Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#304 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
89%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
10%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nancy Lopez Elementary School's ranking?
Nancy Lopez Elementary School is ranked #304 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Nancy Lopez Elementary School?
190 students attend Nancy Lopez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Nancy Lopez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nancy Lopez Elementary School?
Nancy Lopez Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nancy Lopez Elementary School offer ?
Nancy Lopez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nancy Lopez Elementary School part of?
Nancy Lopez Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
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