Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Los Ninos Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Ninos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Ninos Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Los Ninos 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 Ninos Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#349 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
94%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
4%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
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 Ninos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Ninos Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Los Ninos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Ninos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Elementary School, Wood-gormley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Los Ninos Elementary School?
327 students attend Los Ninos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Los Ninos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Ninos Elementary School?
Los Ninos 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 Ninos Elementary School offer ?
Los Ninos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Ninos Elementary School part of?
Los Ninos Elementary School is part of Las Vegas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Ninos Elementary School located?
Los Ninos Elementary School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NM. There are 4 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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