Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valencia 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valencia Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Mascot
Jaguar
School Rankings
Valencia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia 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
#304 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
19%
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
84%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia Elementary School's ranking?
Valencia Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Valencia Elementary School often compared to?
Valencia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Gallegos Elementary School, Bosque Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Valencia Elementary School?
368 students attend Valencia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Valencia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% 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 Valencia Elementary School?
Valencia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valencia Elementary School offer ?
Valencia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valencia Elementary School part of?
Valencia Elementary School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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