Very Good
#187 of 864 schools in NM
Top 22% in state
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · WEST LAS VEGAS
179 BRIDGE STREET, Las Vegas, NM 87701
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
4th – 4th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
4th – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#187 of 864
In Las Vegas
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
WEST LAS VEGAS
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Tony Serna Jr. Elementary
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Las Vegas, NM, part of WEST LAS VEGAS. Tony Serna Jr.
Elementary serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades 4th-4th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tony Serna Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Tony Serna Jr. Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Tony Serna Jr. 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.
Score Breakdown
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Tony Serna Jr. Elementary — Students at Tony Serna Jr. Elementary score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 7.6/10.
How Tony Serna Jr. Elementary Compares
See how Tony Serna Jr. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
179 BRIDGE STREET, Las Vegas, NM 87701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tony Serna Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIKE SENA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 13.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Vegas, see our Las Vegas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DON CECILIO MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WLV FAMILY PARTNERSHIP Las Vegas | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST LAS VEGAS HIGH SCHOOL Las Vegas | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST LAS VEGAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Las Vegas | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| UNION ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| RIO GALLINAS SCHOOL Las Vegas | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| ROBERTSON HIGH Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Las Vegas | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| THE ARMAND HAMMER UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma | 5.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MIKE SENA ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 13.0 mi | 7.7 |
| VALLEY ELEMENTARY Ribera | 22.1 mi | 6.0 |
| VALLEY MIDDLE Ribera | 22.1 mi | — |
| MORA HIGH Mora | 26.9 mi | 4.5 |
| LAZARO LARRY GARCIA MIDDLE Mora | 27.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MORA ELEMENTARY Mora | 27.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ANTON CHICO MIDDLE Anton Chico | 27.4 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,115
Median Home Value
$169,000
Median Rent
$756/mo
Population
17,864
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
44.7
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| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras, NM | 7.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.4 |
| SAN JON ELEMENTARY San Jon, NM | 7.4 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| DIXON ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 7.3 |
| HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Mora, NM | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tony Serna Jr. Elementary
What grades does Tony Serna Jr. Elementary serve?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 4th.
How many students attend Tony Serna Jr. Elementary?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tony Serna Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tony Serna Jr. Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tony Serna Jr. Elementary rank in NM?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary ranks #187 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tony Serna Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Tony Serna Jr. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tony Serna Jr. Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, Tony Serna Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tony Serna Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tony Serna Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tony Serna Jr. Elementary?
100.0% of students at Tony Serna Jr. 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
- 4th – 4th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- San Miguel County
- Phone
- (505) 426-2621
Resources & Links
District
WEST LAS VEGAS- District Enrollment
- 1,576
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,994
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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