Serving 151 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tatum Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (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 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tatum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tatum Elementary School's student population of 151 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tatum Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tatum Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#194 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tatum Elementary School's ranking?
Tatum Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Tatum Elementary School often compared to?
Tatum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmoor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Tatum Elementary School?
151 students attend Tatum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tatum Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tatum Elementary School?
Tatum Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tatum Elementary School offer ?
Tatum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Tatum Elementary School part of?
Tatum Elementary School is part of Tatum Municipal Schools School District.
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