Below Average
#709 of 864 schools in NM
Booker T. Washington
Elementary School · LAS CRUCES
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#709 of 864
In Las Cruces
#39 of 45
public schools
In district
#34 of 39
LAS CRUCES
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Booker T. Washington
Elementary School in Las Cruces · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington is a public elementary school in Las Cruces, NM, part of LAS CRUCES. Booker T.
Washington serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #709 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Booker T. Washington 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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Booker T. Washington — Students at Booker T. Washington score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
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: 4.4/10.
How Booker T. Washington Compares
See how Booker T. Washington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAS CRUCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JORNADA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| LAS CRUCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MAC ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Las Cruces | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| LYNN MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| LAS MONTANAS CHARTER Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | — |
| MAYFIELD HIGH Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LAS CRUCES HIGH Las Cruces | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,978
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
38,972
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
38%
Median Age
27.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington
What grades does Booker T. Washington serve?
Booker T. Washington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington?
Booker T. Washington has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington rank in NM?
Booker T. Washington ranks #709 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Booker T. Washington's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Booker T. Washington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Booker T. Washington a charter school?
No, Booker T. Washington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T. Washington a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington?
98.5% of students at Booker T. Washington 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (575) 527-9595
Resources & Links
District
LAS CRUCES- District Enrollment
- 23,404
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,965
- District Rank
- #34 of 39
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