Serving 181 students in grades 2-6, Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Upper Elementary School's student population of 181 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Upper 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 Upper Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#173 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
21%
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 (11-12)
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 Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moriarty Elementary School, Mountainair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Upper Elementary School?
181 students attend Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Upper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Elementary School?
Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Elementary School offer ?
Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Elementary School part of?
Upper Elementary School is part of Estancia School District.
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