Serving 34 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Vaughn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaughn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vaughn Elementary School's student population of 34 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vaughn 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 Vaughn Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#332 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
18%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
27%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaughn Elementary School's ranking?
Vaughn Elementary School is ranked #332 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?
21-39% 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 Vaughn Elementary School?
34 students attend Vaughn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Vaughn Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vaughn Elementary School?
Vaughn Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vaughn Elementary School offer ?
Vaughn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Vaughn Elementary School part of?
Vaughn Elementary School is part of Vaughn Municipal Schools School District.
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