Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mike Sena 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in NM)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mike Sena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mike Sena Elementary School's student population of 48 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mike Sena Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
92%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
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 schools are Mike Sena Elementary School often compared to?
Mike Sena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Gallinas School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mike Sena Elementary School?
48 students attend Mike Sena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mike Sena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mike Sena Elementary School?
Mike Sena Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mike Sena Elementary School offer ?
Mike Sena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mike Sena Elementary School part of?
Mike Sena Elementary School is part of Las Vegas City School District.
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