Very Good
#244 of 864 schools in NM
Top 28% in state
My Little School
School · DEMING
905 SOUTH ZINC, Deming, NM 88030
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in DEMING. Learn more
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Deming
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
DEMING
School environment
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About My Little School
My Little School serves 50 prekindergarten students in Deming, New Mexico, offering an intimate early childhood education experience with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. This regular public school maintains a small, personalized learning environment with 5 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting young learners in their foundational years. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks impressively at #165 out of 874 schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among New Mexico schools.
This strong performance demonstrates the school's commitment to providing quality early childhood education in Luna County. My Little School serves families in a community where the median household income is $40,075 and median home values are $104,300. The surrounding area has a poverty rate of 23.1%, and about 12% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting the working-class character of this southwestern New Mexico community.
The prekindergarten focus allows the school to specialize in early developmental needs, providing young children with essential building blocks for their educational journey. Located in the remote town of Deming, My Little School offers families in this rural setting access to dedicated early childhood programming within their own community.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 50 students, My Little School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How My Little School Compares
See how My Little School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
905 SOUTH ZINC, Deming, NM 88030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering My Little School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BAYARD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 40.7 miles away, in nearby Bayard), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 44.8 miles away, in nearby Garfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Deming, see our Deming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 44.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEMING HIGH Deming | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MIMBRES VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RED MOUNTAIN MIDDLE Deming | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BATAAN ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Columbus | 29.2 mi | 3.0 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 37.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 40.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 40.7 mi | 7.6 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 41.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield | 44.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,514
Median Home Value
$113,700
Median Rent
$712/mo
Population
24,270
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
36.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding My Little School has a median household income of $39,514. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,700, with a median rent of $712/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about My Little School
What grades does My Little School serve?
My Little School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend My Little School?
My Little School has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at My Little School?
The student-teacher ratio at My Little School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does My Little School rank in NM?
My Little School is ranked #244 out of 864 schools in NM.
What is My Little School's MySchoolScout rating?
My Little School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is My Little School a charter school?
No, My Little School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is My Little School a Title I school?
No, My Little School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for My Little School?
100.0% of students at My Little School 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 50
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Luna County
- Phone
- (575) 543-1014
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DEMING- District Enrollment
- 5,232
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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