Very Good
#262 of 864 schools in NM
Top 30% in state
Conlee Elementary
Elementary School · LAS CRUCES
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#262 of 864
In Las Cruces
#13 of 45
public schools
In district
#11 of 39
LAS CRUCES
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Conlee Elementary
Conlee Elementary is a public elementary school in Las Cruces, NM, part of LAS CRUCES. Conlee Elementary serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Conlee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Conlee Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Conlee 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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Conlee Elementary — Students at Conlee Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Conlee Elementary Compares
See how Conlee 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
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Conlee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DESERT HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, UNIVERSITY HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY HILLS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LYNN MIDDLE Las Cruces | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Las Cruces | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| LAS MONTANAS CHARTER Las Cruces | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS KINDERGARTEN Las Cruces | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| LAS CRUCES HIGH Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HILLRISE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MESILLA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ARROWHEAD PARK EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LA ACADEMIA DOLORES HUERTA Las Cruces | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DESERT HILLS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER Las Cruces | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BATAAN ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 7.0 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen, NM | 7.0 |
| DESERT HILLS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.0 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.0 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 |
| MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec, NM | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Conlee Elementary
What grades does Conlee Elementary serve?
Conlee Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Conlee Elementary?
Conlee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Conlee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Conlee Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Conlee Elementary rank in NM?
Conlee Elementary ranks #262 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Conlee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Conlee 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.
What are the test scores at Conlee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Conlee Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Conlee Elementary a charter school?
No, Conlee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Conlee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Conlee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Conlee Elementary?
99.0% of students at Conlee 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
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (575) 527-9656
Resources & Links
District
LAS CRUCES- District Enrollment
- 23,404
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,965
- District Rank
- #11 of 39
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