Average
#329 of 864 schools in NM
Top 38% in state
Lindsey-steiner Elementary
Middle School · PORTALES
1000 NORTH AVENUE M, Portales, NM 88130
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
76.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
76.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#329 of 864
In Portales
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
PORTALES
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lindsey-steiner Elementary
Middle School in Portales · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lindsey-steiner Elementary
Lindsey-steiner Elementary is a public middle school in Portales, NM, part of PORTALES. Lindsey-steiner Elementary serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 76.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lindsey-steiner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #329 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Lindsey-steiner Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lindsey-steiner Elementary runs 76.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
85% of students at Lindsey-steiner 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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Lindsey-steiner Elementary — Students at Lindsey-steiner Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Lindsey-steiner Elementary Compares
See how Lindsey-steiner Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 NORTH AVENUE M, Portales, NM 88130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lindsey-steiner Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FLOYD MIDDLE (rated 6.7/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Floyd), with a very similar rating. Another option is PORTALES JR HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARSHALL 6TH GRADE ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Clovis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Portales, see our Portales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROWN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Portales | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| PORTALES JR HIGH Portales | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Portales | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PORTALES HIGH Portales | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Portales | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| FLOYD ELEMENTARY Floyd | 13.3 mi | 6.9 |
| FLOYD HIGH Floyd | 13.3 mi | 8.0 |
| FLOYD MIDDLE Floyd | 13.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CMS IACADEMY AT LINCOLN JACKSON Clovis | 16.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ARTS ACADEMY AT BELLA VISTA Clovis | 16.4 mi | 5.1 |
| LA CASITA ELEMENTARY Clovis | 16.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LOCKWOOD ELEMENTARY Clovis | 16.1 mi | 4.4 |
| DORA ELEMENTARY Dora | 17.3 mi | 8.4 |
| DORA HIGH Dora | 17.3 mi | 9.3 |
| CLOVIS HS FRESHMAN ACADEMY Clovis | 16.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CAMEO ELEMENTARY Clovis | 17.0 mi | 4.5 |
| JAMES BICKLEY ELEMENTARY Clovis | 17.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CLOVIS HIGH Clovis | 17.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MARSHALL 6TH GRADE ACADEMY Clovis | 17.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SANDIA ELEMENTARY Clovis | 17.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,420
Median Home Value
$136,600
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
17,865
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
15.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
30.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CROWNPOINT MIDDLE Crownpoint, NM | 6.7 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe, NM | 6.7 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup, NM | 6.8 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia, NM | 6.6 |
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming, NM | 6.6 |
| GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lindsey-steiner Elementary
What grades does Lindsey-steiner Elementary serve?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Lindsey-steiner Elementary?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lindsey-steiner Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lindsey-steiner Elementary is 76.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lindsey-steiner Elementary rank in NM?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary ranks #329 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lindsey-steiner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Lindsey-steiner Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lindsey-steiner Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Lindsey-steiner Elementary a charter school?
No, Lindsey-steiner Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lindsey-steiner Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lindsey-steiner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lindsey-steiner Elementary?
88.0% of students at Lindsey-steiner 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 76.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Roosevelt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.6%
- Phone
- (575) 356-7060
Resources & Links
District
PORTALES- District Enrollment
- 2,571
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,691
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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