Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dulce 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dulce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dulce Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
265 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Dulce 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 Dulce Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#800 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1

American Indian
83%
12%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
15%
62%

Black
n/a
2%

White
n/a
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
100%
74%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
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 Dulce Elementary School's ranking?
Dulce Elementary School is ranked #800 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Dulce Elementary School?
265 students attend Dulce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dulce Elementary School students are American Indian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dulce Elementary School?
Dulce Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dulce Elementary School offer ?
Dulce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dulce Elementary School part of?
Dulce Elementary School is part of Dulce School District.
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