Below Average
#752 of 864 schools in NM
Bayard Elementary
Elementary School · COBRE
100 PARK ST, Bayard, NM 88023
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#752 of 864
In Bayard
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
COBRE
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Bayard Elementary
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About Bayard Elementary
Bayard Elementary is a public elementary school in Bayard, NM, part of COBRE. Bayard Elementary serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #752 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Bayard Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, Bayard Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Bayard Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
52% of students at Bayard Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bayard Elementary — Students at Bayard Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Bayard Elementary Compares
See how Bayard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 PARK ST, Bayard, NM 88023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bayard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby San Lorenzo), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Silver City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 40.5 miles away, in nearby Deming), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bayard, see our Bayard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 40.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SILVER HIGH Silver City | 8.2 mi | 4.6 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SILVER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Silver City | 8.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.5 mi | 3.2 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER Silver City | 8.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 8.9 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 9.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 12.0 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 31.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 31.2 mi | 5.9 |
| RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY Deming | 39.1 mi | 6.6 |
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 40.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 40.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,269
Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$653/mo
Population
2,370
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
24.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose, NM | 4.6 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh, NM | 4.6 |
| ALVIS ELEMENTARY Clayton, NM | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bayard Elementary
What grades does Bayard Elementary serve?
Bayard Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bayard Elementary?
Bayard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bayard Elementary is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bayard Elementary rank in NM?
Bayard Elementary ranks #752 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Bayard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bayard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bayard Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayard Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bayard Elementary a charter school?
No, Bayard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bayard Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bayard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayard Elementary?
100.0% of students at Bayard Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.5%
- Phone
- (575) 537-4011
Resources & Links
District
COBRE- District Enrollment
- 973
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,582
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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