Below Average
#802 of 864 schools in NM
Based on limited data
Brown Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · PORTALES
520 WEST 5TH STREET, Portales, NM 88130
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
44.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
44.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#802 of 864
In Portales
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
PORTALES
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Brown Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Portales · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brown Early Childhood Center
Brown Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Portales, NM, part of PORTALES. Brown Early Childhood Center serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 44.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Brown Early Childhood Center runs 44.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.8%
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 Brown Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Brown Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
520 WEST 5TH STREET, Portales, NM 88130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DORA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Dora), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLOYD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Floyd), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA CASITA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Clovis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portales, see our Portales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORTALES JR HIGH Portales | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Portales | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Portales | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LINDSEY-STEINER ELEMENTARY Portales | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| PORTALES HIGH Portales | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| DORA ELEMENTARY Dora | 16.6 mi | 8.4 |
| DORA HIGH Dora | 16.6 mi | 9.3 |
| FLOYD ELEMENTARY Floyd | 13.9 mi | 6.9 |
| FLOYD HIGH Floyd | 13.9 mi | 8.0 |
| FLOYD MIDDLE Floyd | 13.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CMS IACADEMY AT LINCOLN JACKSON Clovis | 16.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ARTS ACADEMY AT BELLA VISTA Clovis | 16.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LOCKWOOD ELEMENTARY Clovis | 16.4 mi | 4.4 |
| LA CASITA ELEMENTARY Clovis | 16.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CLOVIS HS FRESHMAN ACADEMY Clovis | 17.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CAMEO ELEMENTARY Clovis | 17.4 mi | 4.5 |
| JAMES BICKLEY ELEMENTARY Clovis | 17.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CLOVIS HIGH Clovis | 17.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MARSHALL 6TH GRADE ACADEMY Clovis | 17.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SANDIA ELEMENTARY Clovis | 18.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,420
Median Home Value
$136,600
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
17,865
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
15.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LA LUZ ELEMENTARY La Luz, NM | 4.0 |
| Laguna Elementary School Laguna, NM | 4.0 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City, NM | 4.1 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.1 |
| T'iis Ts'ozi Bi'Olta' Community School Crownpoint, NM | 4.1 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Early Childhood Center
What grades does Brown Early Childhood Center serve?
Brown Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Brown Early Childhood Center?
Brown Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Early Childhood Center is 44.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown Early Childhood Center rank in NM?
Brown Early Childhood Center ranks #802 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Brown Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brown Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Brown Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Brown Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Early Childhood Center?
33.8% of students at Brown Early Childhood Center 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 44.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Roosevelt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (575) 356-7075
Resources & Links
District
PORTALES- District Enrollment
- 2,571
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,691
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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