Serving 831 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ernest Stapleton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: 42%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School's student population of 831 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)42%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)42%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
52%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
How many students attend Ernest Stapleton Elementary School?
831 students attend Ernest Stapleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ernest Stapleton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernest Stapleton Elementary School?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ernest Stapleton Elementary School offer ?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ernest Stapleton Elementary School part of?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ernest Stapleton Elementary School located?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is located in the Broadmoor Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Broadmoor Center.
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