Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Ave 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Ave Elementary serves the southwest part of Roswell, NM, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being around 1.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Ave Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Ave 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 Washington Ave Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#422 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
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)57.4%
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 (05-06)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Ave Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Ave Elementary School is ranked #422 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Washington Ave Elementary School?
263 students attend Washington Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Washington Ave Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Ave Elementary School?
Washington Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Ave Elementary School offer ?
Washington Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Ave Elementary School part of?
Washington Ave Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
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