Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northeast Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Elementary serves the northern part of Farmington, NM, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northeast Elementary School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Northeast 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 Northeast Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#168 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
50%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
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
5%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-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 Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Northeast Elementary School often compared to?
Northeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Ladera Del Norte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
502 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northeast Elementary School students are American Indian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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