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#480 of 864 schools in NM
Desert View Elementary
Elementary School · LOS LUNAS
PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#480 of 864
In Los Lunas
#9 of 17
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
LOS LUNAS
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Desert View Elementary
Desert View Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Lunas, NM, part of LOS LUNAS. Desert View Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #480 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Desert View Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Desert View 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.
39% of students at Desert View 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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Desert View Elementary — Students at Desert View Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
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: 6.1/10.
How Desert View Elementary Compares
See how Desert View 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 DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Belen), which scores notably higher. Another option is KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Lunas, see our Los Lunas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas | 5.0 mi | 3.4 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas | 5.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas | 5.8 mi | 5.6 |
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| LA MERCED ELEMENTARY Belen | 6.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PERALTA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas | 6.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belen | 6.5 mi | 6.1 |
| LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BELEN FAMILY SCHOOL Belen | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Belen | 7.5 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,947
Median Home Value
$206,600
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
46,211
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert View Elementary
What grades does Desert View Elementary serve?
Desert View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Desert View Elementary?
Desert View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desert View Elementary rank in NM?
Desert View Elementary ranks #480 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Desert View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert View 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 Desert View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert View Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Desert View Elementary a charter school?
No, Desert View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Desert View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desert View Elementary?
86.2% of students at Desert View 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 3 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Valencia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (505) 866-8231
Resources & Links
District
LOS LUNAS- District Enrollment
- 8,242
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,753
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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