Very Good
#223 of 864 schools in NM
Top 26% in state
Based on limited data
Lea Elementary
Elementary School · LOVINGTON
1202 W. BIRCH AVENUE, Lovington, NM 88260
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 1st
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#223 of 864
In Lovington
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
LOVINGTON
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Lea Elementary
Lea Elementary is a public elementary school in Lovington, NM, part of LOVINGTON. Lea Elementary serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades 1st-1st, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lea Elementary Compares
See how Lea 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
1202 W. BIRCH AVENUE, Lovington, NM 88260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lea Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TATUM ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Tatum), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Hobbs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SANGER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Hobbs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lovington, see our Lovington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW HOPE ALTERNATIVE HIGH Lovington | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| YARBRO ELEMENTARY Lovington | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LOVINGTON 6TH GRADE ACADEMY Lovington | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Lovington | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| TAYLOR MIDDLE Lovington | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LLANO ELEMENTARY Lovington | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LOVINGTON HIGH Lovington | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| LOVINGTON FRESHMAN ACADEMY Lovington | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BEN ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY Lovington | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs | 12.7 mi | 4.1 |
| LAE COUNTY CORRECTIONS Hobbs | 15.8 mi | — |
| COLLEGE LANE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 17.7 mi | 6.5 |
| TATUM HIGH Tatum | 20.4 mi | 7.1 |
| TATUM JR HIGH Tatum | 20.4 mi | 4.3 |
| TATUM ELEMENTARY Tatum | 20.4 mi | 8.8 |
| STONE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 19.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 20.4 mi | 8.1 |
| SANGER ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 20.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs | 20.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 21.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,197
Median Home Value
$174,200
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
15,410
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado, NM | 7.2 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec, NM | 7.2 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City, NM | 7.3 |
| TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE Tularosa, NM | 7.3 |
| CROWNPOINT ELEMENTARY Crownpoint, NM | 7.1 |
| Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Community School Bloomfield, NM | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lea Elementary
What grades does Lea Elementary serve?
Lea Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 1st.
How many students attend Lea Elementary?
Lea Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lea Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lea Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lea Elementary rank in NM?
Lea Elementary ranks #223 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lea Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lea Elementary a charter school?
No, Lea Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lea Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lea Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lea Elementary?
99.6% of students at Lea 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
- 1st – 1st
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lea County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.0%
- Phone
- (575) 739-2625
Resources & Links
District
LOVINGTON- District Enrollment
- 3,423
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,348
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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