Serving 801 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ernest Stapleton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School's student population of 801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#172 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
54%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernest Stapleton Elementary School's ranking?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Ernest Stapleton Elementary School often compared to?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe Harris Elementary School, Sandia Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ernest Stapleton Elementary School?
801 students attend Ernest Stapleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ernest Stapleton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernest Stapleton Elementary School?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ernest Stapleton Elementary School offer ?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ernest Stapleton Elementary School part of?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Ernest Stapleton Elementary School located?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary School is located in the Broadmoor Center neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Broadmoor Center.
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