Very Good
#189 of 864 schools in NM
Top 22% in state
Military Heights Elementary
Elementary School · ROSWELL
1900 NORTH MICHIGAN, Roswell, NM 88201
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#189 of 864
In Roswell
#3 of 22
public schools
In district
#3 of 22
ROSWELL
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Military Heights Elementary
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About Military Heights Elementary
Military Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Roswell, NM, part of ROSWELL. Military Heights Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Military Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Military Heights Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Military Heights 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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Military Heights Elementary — Students at Military Heights Elementary score 40% 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 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Military Heights Elementary Compares
See how Military Heights 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
1900 NORTH MICHIGAN, Roswell, NM 88201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Military Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTERREY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NANCY LOPEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Roswell, see our Roswell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Roswell | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WASHINGTON AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| GODDARD HIGH Roswell | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Roswell | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Roswell | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roswell | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PARKVIEW EARLY LITERACY CENTER Roswell | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MISSOURI AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BERRENDO ELEMENTARY Roswell | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Roswell | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Roswell | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| NANCY LOPEZ ELEMENTARY Roswell | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| EL CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Roswell | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MESA MIDDLE Roswell | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ROSWELL HIGH Roswell | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| PECOS ELEMENTARY Roswell | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Roswell | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| BERRENDO MIDDLE Roswell | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Roswell | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Roswell | 6.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,752
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
27,715
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 7.5 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.6 |
| HORIZON ACADEMY WEST Albuquerque, NM | 7.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 7.4 |
| LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY Aztec, NM | 7.6 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Military Heights Elementary
What grades does Military Heights Elementary serve?
Military Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Military Heights Elementary?
Military Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Military Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Military Heights Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Military Heights Elementary rank in NM?
Military Heights Elementary ranks #189 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Military Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Military Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Military Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Military Heights Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Military Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Military Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Military Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Military Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Military Heights Elementary?
100.0% of students at Military Heights 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chaves County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (575) 637-3425
Resources & Links
District
ROSWELL- District Enrollment
- 9,386
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,716
- District Rank
- #3 of 22
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