Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cimarron Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is higher than 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cimarron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cimarron Elementary School's student population of 51 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Cimarron Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cimarron Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#183 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
78%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cimarron Elementary School's ranking?
Cimarron Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 810 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cimarron Elementary School?
51 students attend Cimarron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cimarron Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 22% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cimarron Elementary School?
Cimarron Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cimarron Elementary School offer ?
Cimarron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cimarron Elementary School part of?
Cimarron Elementary School is part of Cimarron School District.
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