Excellent
#94 of 864 schools in NM
Top 11% in state
Loma Linda Elementary
Elementary School · GADSDEN
1451 DONALDSON AVE., Anthony, NM 88021
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#94 of 864
In Anthony
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 26
GADSDEN
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Loma Linda Elementary
Loma Linda Elementary is a public elementary school in Anthony, NM, part of GADSDEN. Loma Linda Elementary serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Loma Linda Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Loma Linda Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Loma Linda 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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Loma Linda Elementary — Students at Loma Linda Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 8.1/10.
How Loma Linda Elementary Compares
See how Loma Linda 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
1451 DONALDSON AVE., Anthony, NM 88021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loma Linda Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA UNION ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANTHONY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GADSDEN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Sunland Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Anthony, see our Anthony schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANTHONY ON-TRACK PREK CENTER Anthony | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ANTHONY ELEMENTARY Anthony | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ANTHONY H S Anthony | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ANTHONY EL Anthony | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ANTHONY MIDDLE Anthony | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| GADSDEN MIDDLE Anthony | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| BERINO ELEMENTARY Anthony | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| DEANNA DAVENPORT EL Canutillo | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ALTA VISTA EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Anthony | 3.3 mi | 9.3 |
| DESERT PRIDE ACADEMY Anthony | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| BILL CHILDRESS EL Canutillo | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GADSDEN HIGH Anthony | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CANUTILLO MIDDLE Canutillo | 5.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LA UNION ELEMENTARY Anthony | 5.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CANUTILLO EL Canutillo | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE Canutillo | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| CALVARY WEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anthony | 6.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) Canutillo | 7.3 mi | 9.1 |
| CANUTILLO H S Canutillo | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,345
Median Home Value
$151,400
Median Rent
$605/mo
Population
16,102
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.2 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 8.1 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.1 |
| LAS CRUCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Cruces, NM | 8.3 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loma Linda Elementary
What grades does Loma Linda Elementary serve?
Loma Linda Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Loma Linda Elementary?
Loma Linda Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loma Linda Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loma Linda Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loma Linda Elementary rank in NM?
Loma Linda Elementary ranks #94 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Loma Linda Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loma Linda Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Loma Linda Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loma Linda Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Loma Linda Elementary a charter school?
No, Loma Linda Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loma Linda Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loma Linda Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loma Linda Elementary?
100.0% of students at Loma Linda 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (575) 882-6203
Resources & Links
District
GADSDEN- District Enrollment
- 12,130
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,250
- District Rank
- #6 of 26
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