Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonoma Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonoma Elementary serves the eastern part of Las Cruces, NM, covering an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sonoma Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Our Tracks Lead to Success!
School Rankings
Sonoma 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 Sonoma Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#111 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sonoma Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School, Highland Elementary School, Cesar Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Elementary School?
660 students attend Sonoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sonoma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoma Elementary School?
Sonoma Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sonoma Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoma Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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