Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crownpoint Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crownpoint Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crownpoint Elementary School's student population of 331 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crownpoint Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crownpoint Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#547 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
78%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crownpoint Elementary School's ranking?
Crownpoint Elementary School is ranked #547 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Crownpoint Elementary School?
331 students attend Crownpoint Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Crownpoint Elementary School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crownpoint Elementary School?
Crownpoint Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crownpoint Elementary School offer ?
Crownpoint Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Crownpoint Elementary School part of?
Crownpoint Elementary School is part of Gallup-Mckinley Cty Schools School District.
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