Very Good
#260 of 864 schools in NM
Top 30% in state
Lybrook Elementary
Elementary School · JEMEZ MTN
PO BOX 135, Counselor, NM 87018
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#260 of 864
In district
#2 of 3
JEMEZ MTN
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lybrook Elementary
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About Lybrook Elementary
Lybrook Elementary is a public elementary school in Counselor, NM, part of JEMEZ MTN. Lybrook Elementary serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lybrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Lybrook Elementary show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Lybrook 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.
Test scores at Lybrook Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Lybrook 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.
Score Breakdown
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Lybrook Elementary — Students at Lybrook Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below 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: 8.9/10.
How Lybrook Elementary Compares
See how Lybrook Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 135, Counselor, NM 87018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lybrook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Community School (rated 7.1/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is BLANCO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 39.3 miles away, in nearby Blanco), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 5.4/10, 43.4 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Counselor, see our Counselor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 43.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TSE YI GAI HIGH Cuba | 18.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Pueblo Pintado Community School Cuba | 19.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Ojo Encino Day School Cuba | 20.0 mi | 4.0 |
| DZILTH-NA-O-DITH-HLE COMMUNITY GRANT SCHOOL Bloomfield | 22.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Community School Bloomfield | 22.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Na' Neelzhiin Ji'Olta Cuba | 33.7 mi | 5.2 |
| TORREON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cuba | 33.8 mi | — |
| BLANCO ELEMENTARY Blanco | 39.3 mi | 7.0 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield | 43.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT Bloomfield | 43.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 43.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield | 43.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,333
Median Home Value
$32,500
Population
556
College Educated
1.2%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
63.8%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito, NM | 7.0 |
| LAS CRUCES ACADEMY Mesilla, NM | 7.0 |
| LOGAN ELEMENTARY Logan, NM | 7.0 |
| ACTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Farmington, NM | 7.1 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 7.1 |
| FLOYD ELEMENTARY Floyd, NM | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lybrook Elementary
What grades does Lybrook Elementary serve?
Lybrook Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lybrook Elementary?
Lybrook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lybrook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lybrook Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lybrook Elementary rank in NM?
Lybrook Elementary ranks #260 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lybrook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lybrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Lybrook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lybrook Elementary has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lybrook Elementary a charter school?
No, Lybrook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lybrook Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lybrook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lybrook Elementary?
100.0% of students at Lybrook 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Phone
- (575) 385-5001
Resources & Links
District
JEMEZ MTN- District Enrollment
- 183
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,076
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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