Serving 78 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, San Lorenzo 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: San Lorenzo Elementary serves the northeast part of Hanover, NM, covering an extensive area of approximately 767.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 21.7 miles, reaching up to 31.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Lorenzo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Lorenzo Elementary School's student population of 78 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#118 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
48%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
46%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Lorenzo Elementary School's ranking?
San Lorenzo Elementary School is ranked #118 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend San Lorenzo Elementary School?
78 students attend San Lorenzo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of San Lorenzo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Lorenzo Elementary School?
San Lorenzo Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does San Lorenzo Elementary School offer ?
San Lorenzo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Lorenzo Elementary School part of?
San Lorenzo Elementary School is part of Cobre School District.
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