Serving 267 students in grades 9, Lovington Freshman Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 20% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovington Freshman Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lovington Freshman Academy's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lovington Freshman Academy 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)26%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)17%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
84%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
14%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)75-79%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lovington Freshman Academy?
The graduation rate of Lovington Freshman Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Lovington Freshman Academy?
267 students attend Lovington Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lovington Freshman Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovington Freshman Academy?
Lovington Freshman Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lovington Freshman Academy offer ?
Lovington Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lovington Freshman Academy part of?
Lovington Freshman Academy is part of Lovington School District.
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