Below Average
#749 of 864 schools in NM
Central Primary
Elementary School · BLOOMFIELD
310 W. SYCAMORE, Bloomfield, NM 87413
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#749 of 864
In Bloomfield
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
BLOOMFIELD
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About Central Primary
Central Primary is a public elementary school in Bloomfield, NM, part of BLOOMFIELD. Central Primary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #749 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Central Primary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Central Primary 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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Central Primary — Students at Central Primary 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
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: 4.5/10.
How Central Primary Compares
See how Central Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
310 W. SYCAMORE, Bloomfield, NM 87413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Aztec), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER (rated 7.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Aztec), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Aztec), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT Bloomfield | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MESA ALTA JR HIGH Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec | 7.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FARMINGTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Farmington | 5.9 mi | 4.0 |
| AZTEC HIGH Aztec | 7.5 mi | 4.9 |
| VISTA NUEVA HIGH Aztec | 7.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec | 8.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY Aztec | 8.2 mi | 7.6 |
| C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec | 8.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BLANCO ELEMENTARY Blanco | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST Farmington | 9.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington | 9.2 mi | 6.5 |
| COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY Farmington | 9.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 9.3 mi | 5.3 |
| DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington | 9.7 mi | — |
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington | 10.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,234
Median Home Value
$176,800
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
14,966
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Primary
What grades does Central Primary serve?
Central Primary serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend Central Primary?
Central Primary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Primary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Primary rank in NM?
Central Primary ranks #749 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Central Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Primary 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 Central Primary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Primary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Central Primary a charter school?
No, Central Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Primary a Title I school?
No, Central Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Primary?
100.0% of students at Central Primary 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
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.9%
- Phone
- (505) 632-2121
Resources & Links
District
BLOOMFIELD- District Enrollment
- 2,521
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,195
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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