Serving 443 students in grades 4-5, Yarbro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 4-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yarbro Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yarbro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yarbro Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#399 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yarbro Elementary School's ranking?
Yarbro Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Yarbro Elementary School?
443 students attend Yarbro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Yarbro Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yarbro Elementary School?
Yarbro Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yarbro Elementary School offer ?
Yarbro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Yarbro Elementary School part of?
Yarbro Elementary School is part of Lovington Municipal Schools School District.
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