Very Good
#237 of 864 schools in NM
Top 27% in state
Ladera Del Norte Elementary
Elementary School · FARMINGTON
308 EAST 35TH STREET, Farmington, NM 87401
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#237 of 864
In Farmington
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#4 of 20
FARMINGTON
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Ladera Del Norte Elementary
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About Ladera Del Norte Elementary
Ladera Del Norte Elementary is a public elementary school in Farmington, NM, part of FARMINGTON. Ladera Del Norte Elementary serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ladera Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ladera Del Norte Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Ladera Del Norte 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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Ladera Del Norte Elementary — Students at Ladera Del Norte Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
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: 7.2/10.
How Ladera Del Norte Elementary Compares
See how Ladera Del Norte 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
308 EAST 35TH STREET, Farmington, NM 87401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ladera Del Norte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FARMINGTON HIGH Farmington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HERMOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ACTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Farmington | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Farmington | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY WEST Farmington | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SAN JUAN COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CASA MONTESSORI Farmington | 2.0 mi | — |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Navajo Preparatory School Farmington | 2.3 mi | — |
| NAVAJO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Farmington | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MCCORMICK ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PIEDRA VISTA HIGH Farmington | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| BLUFFVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,358
Median Home Value
$202,400
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
45,020
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ladera Del Norte Elementary
What grades does Ladera Del Norte Elementary serve?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ladera Del Norte Elementary?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ladera Del Norte Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ladera Del Norte Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ladera Del Norte Elementary rank in NM?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary ranks #237 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ladera Del Norte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ladera Del Norte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Ladera Del Norte Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ladera Del Norte Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ladera Del Norte Elementary a charter school?
No, Ladera Del Norte Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ladera Del Norte Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ladera Del Norte Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ladera Del Norte Elementary?
46.4% of students at Ladera Del Norte 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (505) 599-8605
Resources & Links
District
FARMINGTON- District Enrollment
- 11,120
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,791
- District Rank
- #4 of 20
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