Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Peralta Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-6
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Peralta Elementary serves the eastern part of Los Lunas, NM, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peralta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Peralta Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peralta Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peralta Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#125 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
80%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peralta Elementary School's ranking?
Peralta Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Peralta Elementary School often compared to?
Peralta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bosque Farms Elementary School, Tome Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Peralta Elementary School?
227 students attend Peralta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Peralta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peralta Elementary School?
Peralta Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peralta Elementary School offer ?
Peralta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peralta Elementary School part of?
Peralta Elementary School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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