Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stone Elementary serves the northeastern part of Hobbs, NM, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stone Elementary School's student population of 429 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stone Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stone Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#195 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
66%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
28%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stone Elementary School's ranking?
Stone Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Stone Elementary School often compared to?
Stone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Lane 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Stone Elementary School?
429 students attend Stone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stone Elementary School?
Stone Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stone Elementary School offer ?
Stone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stone Elementary School part of?
Stone Elementary School is part of Hobbs School District.
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