Serving 69 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Des Moines Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Des Moines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Des Moines Elementary School's student population of 69 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Des Moines Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Des Moines Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#10 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
36%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
60%
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
35%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Des Moines Elementary School's ranking?
Des Moines Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Des Moines Elementary School?
69 students attend Des Moines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Des Moines Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Des Moines Elementary School?
Des Moines Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Des Moines Elementary School offer ?
Des Moines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Des Moines Elementary School part of?
Des Moines Elementary School is part of Des Moines Municipal Schools School District.
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