Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wagon Mound 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wagon Mound Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wagon Mound Elementary School's student population of 35 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wagon Mound 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 Wagon Mound Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#183 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
86%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
8%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
14%
10%
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 Wagon Mound Elementary School's ranking?
Wagon Mound Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Wagon Mound Elementary School?
35 students attend Wagon Mound Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wagon Mound Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wagon Mound Elementary School?
Wagon Mound Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wagon Mound Elementary School offer ?
Wagon Mound Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wagon Mound Elementary School part of?
Wagon Mound Elementary School is part of Wagon Mound School District.
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