Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holloman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holloman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Holloman Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holloman 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 Holloman Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#38 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
24%
62%
Black
8%
2%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holloman Elementary School's ranking?
Holloman Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Holloman Elementary School often compared to?
Holloman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Star Elementary School, Sierra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Holloman Elementary School?
490 students attend Holloman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Holloman Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holloman Elementary School?
Holloman Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holloman Elementary School offer ?
Holloman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Holloman Elementary School part of?
Holloman Elementary School is part of Alamogordo School District.
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