Excellent
#105 of 864 schools in NM
Top 12% in state
Mills Elementary
Elementary School · HOBBS
200 WEST COPPER, Hobbs, NM 88240
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#105 of 864
In Hobbs
#3 of 18
public schools
In district
#3 of 18
HOBBS
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mills Elementary
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About Mills Elementary
Mills Elementary is a public elementary school in Hobbs, NM, part of HOBBS. Mills Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mills Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Mills 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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Mills Elementary — Students at Mills Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.1%
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: 9.5/10.
How Mills Elementary Compares
See how Mills 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
200 WEST COPPER, Hobbs, NM 88240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SANGER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hobbs, see our Hobbs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SANGER ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| STONE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| WILL ROGERS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HOBBS HIGH Hobbs | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| HOBBS FRESHMAN HIGH Hobbs | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MURRAY ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| COLLEGE LANE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HEIZER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LAE COUNTY CORRECTIONS Hobbs | 5.4 mi | — |
| JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs | 7.7 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,394
Median Home Value
$177,200
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
41,612
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
30.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 8.1 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 8.1 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY Sunland Park, NM | 8.2 |
| LOMA LINDA ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 8.2 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mills Elementary
What grades does Mills Elementary serve?
Mills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mills Elementary?
Mills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mills Elementary is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mills Elementary rank in NM?
Mills Elementary ranks #105 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Mills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mills Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mills Elementary a charter school?
No, Mills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mills Elementary?
43.1% of students at Mills 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lea County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (575) 433-2400
Resources & Links
District
HOBBS- District Enrollment
- 10,226
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,294
- District Rank
- #3 of 18
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