Serving 474 students in grades 4-5, Yarbro Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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: 4-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yarbrough Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Lovington school district, encompassing approximately 991.7 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 17.9 miles and the furthest edge located 30.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yarbro Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
CREATE. ACHIEVE. TRANSFORM. SUCCEED.
School Rankings
Yarbro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yarbro 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
#365 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
84%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
14%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yarbro Elementary School's ranking?
Yarbro Elementary School is ranked #365 out of 796 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Yarbro Elementary School?
474 students attend Yarbro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Yarbro Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yarbro Elementary School?
Yarbro Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yarbro Elementary School offer ?
Yarbro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yarbro Elementary School part of?
Yarbro Elementary School is part of Lovington School District.
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