Below Average
#782 of 864 schools in NM
Tucumcari Elementary
Elementary School · TUCUMCARI
1623 SOUTH 9TH ST, Tucumcari, NM 88401
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#782 of 864
In Tucumcari
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
TUCUMCARI
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Tucumcari Elementary
Elementary School in Tucumcari · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tucumcari Elementary
Tucumcari Elementary is a public elementary school in Tucumcari, NM, part of TUCUMCARI. Tucumcari Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tucumcari Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #782 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Tucumcari Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Tucumcari 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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Tucumcari Elementary — Students at Tucumcari Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below 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 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: 2.5/10.
How Tucumcari Elementary Compares
See how Tucumcari Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1623 SOUTH 9TH ST, Tucumcari, NM 88401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tucumcari Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRADY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 33.3 miles away, in nearby Grady), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN JON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby San Jon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOGAN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Logan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucumcari, see our Tucumcari schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 33.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TUCUMCARI HIGH Tucumcari | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TUCUMCARI MIDDLE Tucumcari | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LOGAN ELEMENTARY Logan | 23.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LOGAN HIGH Logan | 23.0 mi | 9.0 |
| LOGAN MIDDLE Logan | 23.0 mi | 8.3 |
| UTE LAKE ONLINE LEARNING CENTER Logan | 23.0 mi | 4.5 |
| SAN JON ELEMENTARY San Jon | 23.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SAN JON HIGH San Jon | 23.5 mi | — |
| SAN JON MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jon | 23.5 mi | 9.7 |
| GRADY ELEMENTARY Grady | 33.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GRADY HIGH Grady | 33.3 mi | 7.5 |
| GRADY MIDDLE SCHOOL Grady | 33.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,773
Median Home Value
$65,800
Median Rent
$753/mo
Population
6,689
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
70.4%
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
43.5
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| ENCHANTED HILLS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho, NM | 4.3 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tucumcari Elementary
What grades does Tucumcari Elementary serve?
Tucumcari Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tucumcari Elementary?
Tucumcari Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tucumcari Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tucumcari Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tucumcari Elementary rank in NM?
Tucumcari Elementary ranks #782 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Tucumcari Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tucumcari Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Tucumcari Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tucumcari Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tucumcari Elementary a charter school?
No, Tucumcari Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tucumcari Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tucumcari Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tucumcari Elementary?
100.0% of students at Tucumcari 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
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Quay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (575) 461-3910
Resources & Links
District
TUCUMCARI- District Enrollment
- 897
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,530
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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