Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Floyd Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Floyd Elementary School's student population of 94 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Floyd Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#259 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
53%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
3%
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 Floyd Elementary School's ranking?
Floyd Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Floyd Elementary School?
94 students attend Floyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Floyd Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floyd Elementary School?
Floyd Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Floyd Elementary School offer ?
Floyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Floyd Elementary School part of?
Floyd Elementary School is part of Floyd School District.
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