Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twin Lakes 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 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Twin Lakes Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Twin Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Lakes Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#404 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
79%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Lakes Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 810 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 Twin Lakes Elementary School?
257 students attend Twin Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Twin Lakes Elementary School students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twin Lakes Elementary School?
Twin Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Twin Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Twin Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twin Lakes Elementary School part of?
Twin Lakes Elementary School is part of Gallup School District.
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