Needs Improvement
#858 of 864 schools in NM
North Elementary
Elementary School · ALAMOGORDO
1300 N. FLORIDA, Alamogordo, NM 88310
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#858 of 864
In Alamogordo
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
ALAMOGORDO
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North Elementary
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About North Elementary
North Elementary is a public elementary school in Alamogordo, NM, part of ALAMOGORDO. North Elementary serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for North Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, North 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.
63% of students at North 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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North Elementary — Students at North Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How North Elementary Compares
See how North Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1300 N. FLORIDA, Alamogordo, NM 88310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLLOMAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Holloman Afb), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNSET HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESERT STAR ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alamogordo, see our Alamogordo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEPPING STONES PRESCHOOL Alamogordo | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alamogordo | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Alamogordo | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ALAMOGORDO HIGH Alamogordo | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SIERRA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CHAPARRAL MIDDLE Alamogordo | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| DESERT STAR ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SUNSET HILLS ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Alamogordo | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| BUENA VISTA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| 3001 THUNDER RD Alamagordo | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CANYON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo | 1.9 mi | — |
| IMAGO DEI ACADEMY Alamogordo | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LA LUZ ELEMENTARY La Luz | 5.0 mi | 4.0 |
| HIGH ROLLS MOUNTAIN PARK ELEMENTARY High Rolls | 7.5 mi | — |
| HOLLOMAN MIDDLE Holloman Afb | 8.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLLOMAN ELEMENTARY Holloman Afb | 8.7 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,833
Median Home Value
$164,300
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
36,737
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 2.9 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 2.8 |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 3.1 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe, NM | 2.6 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Elementary
What grades does North Elementary serve?
North Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Elementary?
North Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Elementary rank in NM?
North Elementary ranks #858 of 864 schools in NM.
What is North Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 North Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is North Elementary a charter school?
No, North Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Elementary?
60.0% of students at North 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
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Otero County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.9%
- Phone
- (575) 812-5400
Resources & Links
District
ALAMOGORDO- District Enrollment
- 5,480
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,655
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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