Serving 115 students in grades 4, Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tony Serna Jr. Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Las Vegas, NM, covering approximately 3,067.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 28.5 miles and some areas reaching as far as 92.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School's student population of 115 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#398 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)1.7%
41.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School?
115 students attend Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School part of?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary School is part of West Las Vegas School District.
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