Sierra Vista Primary serves 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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-2
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Vista Primary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ruidoso school district, covering approximately 164.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Vista Primary's student population of 514 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sierra Vista Primary is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-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 schools are Sierra Vista Primary often compared to?
Sierra Vista Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Sierra Vista Primary?
514 students attend Sierra Vista Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sierra Vista Primary students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista Primary?
Sierra Vista Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista Primary offer ?
Sierra Vista Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Vista Primary part of?
Sierra Vista Primary is part of Ruidoso School District.
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