Serving 73 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bluewater Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluewater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bluewater Elementary School's student population of 73 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bluewater Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluewater Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#101 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
38%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluewater Elementary School's ranking?
Bluewater Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Bluewater Elementary School?
73 students attend Bluewater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bluewater Elementary School students are American Indian, 38% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluewater Elementary School?
Bluewater Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bluewater Elementary School offer ?
Bluewater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bluewater Elementary School part of?
Bluewater Elementary School is part of Grants-Cibola County Schools School District.
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