Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Missouri Ave Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Missouri Ave Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Missouri Ave Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to develop a culture of excellence by cultivating character, celebrating diversity, creating community, and providing authentic personalized learning for all students to close the achievement gap and prepare students for college and career
School Rankings
Missouri Ave Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Missouri Ave 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
#464 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
85%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
11%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Missouri Ave Elementary School's ranking?
Missouri Ave Elementary School is ranked #464 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Missouri Ave Elementary School?
322 students attend Missouri Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Missouri Ave Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Missouri Ave Elementary School?
Missouri Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Missouri Ave Elementary School offer ?
Missouri Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Missouri Ave Elementary School part of?
Missouri Ave Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
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