Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vaughn Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Vaughn Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district, located in Vaughn, NM, and spans approximately 1,609.7 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 25.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 37.7 miles.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vaughn Elementary School's student population of 43 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Vaughn Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vaughn Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#218 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
84%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
14%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
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 #218 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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?
43 students attend Vaughn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Vaughn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vaughn Elementary School?
Vaughn Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vaughn Elementary School offer ?
Vaughn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vaughn Elementary School part of?
Vaughn Elementary School is part of Vaughn School District.
School Reviews
Review Vaughn Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
