Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mesilla 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 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesilla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mesilla Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Mesilla 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 Mesilla Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#238 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
81%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
4%
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 Mesilla Elementary School's ranking?
Mesilla Elementary School is ranked #238 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesilla Elementary School?
317 students attend Mesilla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mesilla Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesilla Elementary School?
Mesilla Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesilla Elementary School offer ?
Mesilla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesilla Elementary School part of?
Mesilla Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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