Serving 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Ribera, NM school district, encompassing an area of approximately 3,067.9 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 92 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Elementary School's student population of 56 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 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 ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Dons and Lady Dons
School Rankings
Valley 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 Valley Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#570 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
43.1%
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)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Elementary School is ranked #570 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
56 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Elementary School?
Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Elementary School offer ?
Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of West Las Vegas School District.
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