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#471 of 864 schools in NM
Columbus Elementary
Elementary School · DEMING
PO BOX 210, Columbus, NM 88029
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#471 of 864
In district
#8 of 13
DEMING
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Columbus Elementary
Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbus Elementary
Columbus Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbus, NM, part of DEMING. Columbus Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Columbus Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Columbus Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
63% of students at Columbus 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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Columbus Elementary — Students at Columbus Elementary score 14% 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: 8.4/10.
How Columbus Elementary Compares
See how Columbus Elementary 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
PO BOX 210, Columbus, NM 88029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 29.5 miles away, in nearby Deming), which scores notably higher. Another option is BATAAN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Deming), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 29.2 miles away, in nearby Deming), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 30.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 28.5 mi | 5.1 |
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming | 28.6 mi | 6.6 |
| DEMING HIGH Deming | 29.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BATAAN ELEMENTARY Deming | 28.9 mi | 7.0 |
| RED MOUNTAIN MIDDLE Deming | 29.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MIMBRES VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 29.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MY LITTLE SCHOOL Deming | 29.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 29.2 mi | 6.9 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 29.5 mi | 4.3 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming | 29.5 mi | 8.1 |
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 30.2 mi | 6.3 |
| RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY Deming | 30.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,554
Median Home Value
$91,400
Median Rent
$394/mo
Population
1,150
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
57.6%
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Median Age
38.5
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|---|---|
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 6.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 6.0 |
| METTIE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Eunice, NM | 6.0 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad, NM | 6.0 |
| SUNSET VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 6.0 |
| EL CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus Elementary
What grades does Columbus Elementary serve?
Columbus Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Columbus Elementary?
Columbus Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbus Elementary rank in NM?
Columbus Elementary ranks #471 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Columbus Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Columbus Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Columbus Elementary a charter school?
No, Columbus Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus Elementary a Title I school?
No, Columbus Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbus Elementary?
100.0% of students at Columbus 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
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Luna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.1%
- Phone
- (575) 531-2710
Resources & Links
District
DEMING- District Enrollment
- 5,232
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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