Very Good
#267 of 864 schools in NM
Top 31% in state
Based on limited data
Ben Alexander Elementary
Elementary School · LOVINGTON
1400 SOUTH SIXTH, Lovington, NM 88260
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
2nd – 2nd
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
2nd – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#267 of 864
In Lovington
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
LOVINGTON
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Ben Alexander Elementary
Ben Alexander Elementary is a public elementary school in Lovington, NM, part of LOVINGTON. Ben Alexander Elementary serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades 2nd-2nd, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Alexander Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ben Alexander Elementary Compares
See how Ben Alexander Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 SOUTH SIXTH, Lovington, NM 88260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Alexander Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Hobbs), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Hobbs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 19.6 miles away, in nearby Hobbs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lovington, see our Lovington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOVINGTON HIGH Lovington | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LOVINGTON FRESHMAN ACADEMY Lovington | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| LLANO ELEMENTARY Lovington | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| TAYLOR MIDDLE Lovington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LOVINGTON 6TH GRADE ACADEMY Lovington | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| YARBRO ELEMENTARY Lovington | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Lovington | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW HOPE ALTERNATIVE HIGH Lovington | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| LEA ELEMENTARY Lovington | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs | 11.0 mi | 4.1 |
| LAE COUNTY CORRECTIONS Hobbs | 14.0 mi | — |
| COLLEGE LANE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 16.1 mi | 6.5 |
| STONE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 17.9 mi | 6.1 |
| MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 18.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SANGER ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 19.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs | 19.2 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 19.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 19.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 19.6 mi | 8.1 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 19.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,197
Median Home Value
$174,200
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
15,410
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
33.7
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| BLANCO ELEMENTARY Blanco, NM | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Alexander Elementary
What grades does Ben Alexander Elementary serve?
Ben Alexander Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 2nd.
How many students attend Ben Alexander Elementary?
Ben Alexander Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Alexander Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Alexander Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Alexander Elementary rank in NM?
Ben Alexander Elementary ranks #267 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ben Alexander Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Alexander Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ben Alexander Elementary a charter school?
No, Ben Alexander Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Alexander Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ben Alexander Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Alexander Elementary?
99.5% of students at Ben Alexander 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
- 2nd – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lea County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (575) 739-2580
Resources & Links
District
LOVINGTON- District Enrollment
- 3,423
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,348
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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