Excellent
#6 of 864 schools in NM
Top 1% in state
Lower Elementary
Elementary School · ESTANCIA
119 N 7TH, Estancia, NM 87016
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#6 of 864
In Estancia
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
ESTANCIA
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Lower Elementary
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About Lower Elementary
Lower Elementary is a public elementary school in Estancia, NM, part of ESTANCIA. Lower Elementary serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Lower Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, Lower Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Lower 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 Lower 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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Lower Elementary — Students at Lower Elementary score 50% 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 6 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Lower Elementary Compares
See how Lower 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
119 N 7TH, Estancia, NM 87016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lower Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Tijeras), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Mountainair), a more accessible option. For more schools in Estancia, see our Estancia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPPER ELEMENTARY Estancia | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ESTANCIA MIDDLE Estancia | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ESTANCIA HIGH Estancia | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MORIARTY ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 15.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MORIARTY MIDDLE Moriarty | 15.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty | 15.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MESD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Moriarty | 19.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY Mountainair | 19.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNTAINAIR HIGH Mountainair | 20.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MOUNTAINAIR JR HIGH Mountainair | 20.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PECOS CYBER ACADEMY Edgewood | 22.6 mi | — |
| ESTANCIA VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Edgewood | 23.0 mi | 7.5 |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty | 24.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 24.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 27.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Brimhall | 28.0 mi | — |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras | 28.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras | 28.7 mi | 7.1 |
| A. MONTOYA ELEMENTARY Tijeras | 28.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 32.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,129
Median Home Value
$117,400
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
2,897
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
81.2%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
51.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DES MOINES ELEMENTARY Des Moines, NM | 9.5 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo, NM | 9.5 |
| RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Red River, NM | 9.1 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau, NM | 8.8 |
| TATUM ELEMENTARY Tatum, NM | 8.8 |
| ARREY ELEMENTARY Arrey, NM | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lower Elementary
What grades does Lower Elementary serve?
Lower Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Lower Elementary?
Lower Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lower Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lower Elementary is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lower Elementary rank in NM?
Lower Elementary ranks #6 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lower Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Lower Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lower Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Lower Elementary a charter school?
No, Lower Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lower Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lower Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lower Elementary?
100.0% of students at Lower 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 112
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Torrance County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (505) 384-2001
Resources & Links
District
ESTANCIA- District Enrollment
- 580
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,957
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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