Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Los Lunas 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 26% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Lunas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Lunas Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Los Lunas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Lunas 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
#347 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
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 Los Lunas Elementary School's ranking?
Los Lunas Elementary School is ranked #347 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Los Lunas Elementary School often compared to?
Los Lunas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dennis Chavez Elementary School, Katherine Gallegos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Los Lunas Elementary School?
446 students attend Los Lunas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Los Lunas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Lunas Elementary School?
Los Lunas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Lunas Elementary School offer ?
Los Lunas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Lunas Elementary School part of?
Los Lunas Elementary School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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