Serving 44 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Roy Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Roy Elementary School's student population of 44 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roy 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 Roy Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#10 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
75%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roy Elementary School's ranking?
Roy Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Roy Elementary School?
44 students attend Roy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Roy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy Elementary School?
Roy Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roy Elementary School offer ?
Roy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Roy Elementary School part of?
Roy Elementary School is part of Roy Municipal Schools School District.
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