Las Vegas City School District
School District · Las Vegas, New Mexico
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Evaluating Las Vegas City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Las Vegas City as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sierra Vista Elementary
Las Vegas · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mike Sena Elementary
Las Vegas · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Memorial Middle
Las Vegas · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Mexico rank
#22 of 88
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.0
above New Mexico avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,154
$817 vs New Mexico median
District size
1,137 students
Larger than New Mexico median
The short answer
Las Vegas City ranks #22 of 88 New Mexico districts by overall school rating. Las Vegas City's schools with real test data average 7.3/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Sierra Vista Elementary (8.3/10), Mike Sena Elementary (7.7/10), and Memorial Middle (7.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Las Vegas City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sierra Vista Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Mike Sena Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Memorial Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Robertson High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Los Ninos Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Las Vegas City
Las Vegas City is a Las Vegas, New Mexico school district serving 5 schools.The district educates 1,137 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1. District-level spending was $18,154 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 7.3/10, Las Vegas City is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Sierra Vista Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.
In standardized testing, Las Vegas City students show an average math proficiency of 23.7% and ELA proficiency of 38.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Las Vegas City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Las Vegas City with test data.
Schools in Las Vegas City
5 schoolsElementary Schools2
Middle Schools2
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- New Mexico
- City
- Las Vegas
- Total Enrollment
- 1,137
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- District spending per student
- $18,154NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 33.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Las Vegas City?
Las Vegas City has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Las Vegas City?
The average composite rating for Las Vegas City is 7.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Las Vegas City?
Las Vegas City's district-level spending was $18,154 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Las Vegas City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Las Vegas City is 12.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Las Vegas City?
Sierra Vista Elementary is the highest-rated school in Las Vegas City with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What are the test scores in Las Vegas City?
Across schools in Las Vegas City with test data, the average math proficiency is 23.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 38.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Las Vegas City compare to other districts in New Mexico?
Las Vegas City has an average school rating of 7.3/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Mexico by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 23.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 38.5%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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- Belen (10)
- Lovington (10)
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- Silver City (9)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Mexico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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