Very Good
#207 of 864 schools in NM
Top 24% in state
Sonoma Elementary
Elementary School · LAS CRUCES
4201 NORTHRISE DRIVE, Las Cruces, NM 88011
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#207 of 864
In Las Cruces
#8 of 45
public schools
In district
#7 of 39
LAS CRUCES
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sonoma Elementary
Sonoma Elementary is a public elementary school in Las Cruces, NM, part of LAS CRUCES. Sonoma Elementary serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sonoma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sonoma Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Sonoma 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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Sonoma Elementary — Students at Sonoma Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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: 6.4/10.
How Sonoma Elementary Compares
See how Sonoma 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
4201 NORTHRISE DRIVE, Las Cruces, NM 88011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sonoma Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JORNADA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DESERT HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CAMINO REAL MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ORGAN MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Las Cruces | 2.5 mi | — |
| MESA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| DESERT HILLS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| VISTA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HILLRISE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Las Cruces | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,139
Median Home Value
$315,100
Median Rent
$1,053/mo
Population
31,143
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DESERT TRAIL ELEMENTARY Chaparral, NM | 7.3 |
| SOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 7.3 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 7.2 |
| VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.2 |
| NORTH STAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.4 |
| DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY Carlsbad, NM | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sonoma Elementary
What grades does Sonoma Elementary serve?
Sonoma Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sonoma Elementary?
Sonoma Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sonoma Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sonoma Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sonoma Elementary rank in NM?
Sonoma Elementary ranks #207 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sonoma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sonoma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Sonoma Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sonoma Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sonoma Elementary a charter school?
No, Sonoma Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sonoma Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sonoma Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sonoma Elementary?
99.5% of students at Sonoma 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
- 735
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (575) 541-7320
Resources & Links
District
LAS CRUCES- District Enrollment
- 23,404
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,965
- District Rank
- #7 of 39
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