Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tombaugh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tombaugh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tombaugh Elementary School's student population of 584 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tombaugh 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 Tombaugh Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#231 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
85%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tombaugh Elementary School's ranking?
Tombaugh Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Tombaugh Elementary School often compared to?
Tombaugh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Valley Elementary School, Mesilla Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tombaugh Elementary School?
584 students attend Tombaugh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Tombaugh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tombaugh Elementary School?
Tombaugh Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tombaugh Elementary School offer ?
Tombaugh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tombaugh Elementary School part of?
Tombaugh Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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