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#344 of 864 schools in NM
Top 40% in state
Ruben S. Torres Elementary
Elementary School · DEMING
1910 8TH ST. NW, Deming, NM 88030
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#344 of 864
In Deming
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 13
DEMING
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Ruben S. Torres Elementary
Ruben S. Torres Elementary is a public elementary school in Deming, NM, part of DEMING. Ruben S.
Torres Elementary serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruben S. Torres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #344 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ruben S. Torres Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ruben S. Torres Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
67% of students at Ruben S. Torres 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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Ruben S. Torres Elementary — Students at Ruben S. Torres Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
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: 8.5/10.
How Ruben S. Torres Elementary Compares
See how Ruben S. Torres 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
1910 8TH ST. NW, Deming, NM 88030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruben S. Torres Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BATAAN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Deming, see our Deming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 40.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MY LITTLE SCHOOL Deming | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| MIMBRES VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| DEMING HIGH Deming | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| RED MOUNTAIN MIDDLE Deming | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BATAAN ELEMENTARY Deming | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Columbus | 30.8 mi | 6.0 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 35.6 mi | 5.0 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 38.9 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 39.1 mi | 4.5 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 39.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 40.8 mi | 6.0 |
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
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| School | Rating |
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| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe, NM | 6.6 |
| ASPEN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos, NM | 6.6 |
| BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos, NM | 6.6 |
| DESERT STAR ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 6.6 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY Dexter, NM | 6.6 |
| RATON INTERMEDIATE Raton, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruben S. Torres Elementary
What grades does Ruben S. Torres Elementary serve?
Ruben S. Torres Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruben S. Torres Elementary?
Ruben S. Torres Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruben S. Torres Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruben S. Torres Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruben S. Torres Elementary rank in NM?
Ruben S. Torres Elementary ranks #344 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ruben S. Torres Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruben S. Torres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Ruben S. Torres Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruben S. Torres Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ruben S. Torres Elementary a charter school?
No, Ruben S. Torres Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruben S. Torres Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ruben S. Torres Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruben S. Torres Elementary?
99.7% of students at Ruben S. Torres 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
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Luna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.7%
- Phone
- (575) 544-2723
Resources & Links
District
DEMING- District Enrollment
- 5,232
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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