Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Vado Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vado Elementary serves the northeast part of Vado, NM, covering an area of approximately 29.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school’s edge being around 6.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vado Elementary School's student population of 415 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bridging Borders, Building Futures, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Vado Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vado Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#461 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
99%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vado Elementary School's ranking?
Vado Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Vado Elementary School?
415 students attend Vado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Vado Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vado Elementary School?
Vado Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vado Elementary School offer ?
Vado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vado Elementary School part of?
Vado Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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