Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martin King Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin King Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Martin King Jr Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin King Jr Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin King Jr Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#148 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
54%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin King Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Martin King Jr Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Martin King Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Martin King Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Azul Elementary School, Maggie Cordova Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Martin King Jr Elementary School?
628 students attend Martin King Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Martin King Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin King Jr Elementary School?
Martin King Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin King Jr Elementary School offer ?
Martin King Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Martin King Jr Elementary School part of?
Martin King Jr Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
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