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Mccormick Elementary

Elementary School · FARMINGTON

701 MC CORMICK ROAD, Farmington, NM 87401

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#536 of 864

In Farmington

#13 of 20

public schools

In district

#13 of 20

FARMINGTON

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Mccormick Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Farmington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mccormick Elementary

Mccormick Elementary is a public elementary school in Farmington, NM, part of FARMINGTON. Mccormick Elementary serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccormick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #536 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Mccormick Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mccormick 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.

46% of students at Mccormick 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,791
Chronic Absenteeism46.1%

Mccormick Elementary — Students at Mccormick Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
29%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Mccormick Elementary Compares

See how Mccormick Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in NM
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

701 MC CORMICK ROAD, Farmington, NM 87401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccormick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY WEST Farmington 0.8 mi 4.7
BLUFFVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 0.9 mi 5.6
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington 1.0 mi 8.6
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Farmington 1.5 mi 6.7
APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington 1.4 mi 5.8
NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY Farmington 1.9 mi 8.2
GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Farmington 2.0 mi 5.3
FARMINGTON HIGH Farmington 2.0 mi 5.8
HERMOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 2.1 mi 7.5
ANIMAS ELEMENTARY Farmington 2.0 mi 5.3
ACTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Farmington 2.2 mi 7.1
NAVAJO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Farmington 2.1 mi 5.6
Navajo Preparatory School Farmington 2.1 mi
LADERA DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Farmington 2.7 mi 7.1
MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 2.3 mi 5.3
ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington 2.4 mi 6.5
ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington 3.0 mi 4.4
MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY Farmington 3.2 mi 8.7
HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 3.2 mi 6.6
CASA MONTESSORI Farmington 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,358

Median Home Value

$202,400

Median Rent

$983/mo

Population

45,020

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

36.5

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PETROGLYPH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM 5.7
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM 5.7
SUNSET MESA SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccormick Elementary

What grades does Mccormick Elementary serve?

Mccormick Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mccormick Elementary?

Mccormick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccormick Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccormick Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccormick Elementary rank in NM?

Mccormick Elementary ranks #536 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Mccormick Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccormick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Mccormick Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccormick Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mccormick Elementary a charter school?

No, Mccormick Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mccormick Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mccormick Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccormick Elementary?

71.3% of students at Mccormick 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
San Juan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.1%

District

FARMINGTON
District Enrollment
11,120
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,791
District Rank
#13 of 20

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