Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pecos 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pecos Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Pecos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pecos Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#497 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
93%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecos Elementary School's ranking?
Pecos Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 810 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Pecos Elementary School?
271 students attend Pecos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pecos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pecos Elementary School?
Pecos Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecos Elementary School offer ?
Pecos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pecos Elementary School part of?
Pecos Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
School Reviews
4 4/7/2017
From my estimation and overall review of this school and several others, the students somewhat lack in one on one with their teachers, and that is of no fault to the teachers, for the teachers aren't the problem, the problem is the lack of teachers, therefore being that they have to many students for one teachers, knowing they have help with their aides is of great relief for the teacher, but still it must be hard on the teacher and even harder on the student. So they lack , (especially those students that need that extra help), that time they need with their teacher to help them more, because each teacher has to many students. Other then that the school review is great. Thank you for your time. And to all our teachers in Roswell, I commend all of you for the great jobs you do to help our children n grandchildren. Good job!!
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