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#331 of 864 schools in NM
Top 38% in state
White Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · RUIDOSO
200 HORTON CIRCLE, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#331 of 864
In Ruidoso
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
RUIDOSO
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About White Mountain Elementary
White Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Ruidoso, NM, part of RUIDOSO. White Mountain Elementary serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. White Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for White Mountain Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at White Mountain 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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White Mountain Elementary — Students at White Mountain Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How White Mountain Elementary Compares
See how White Mountain 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
200 HORTON CIRCLE, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HONDO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Hondo), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 28.0 miles away, in nearby Cloudcroft), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE (rated 7.3/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Tularosa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ruidoso, see our Ruidoso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY Ruidoso | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| RUIDOSO MIDDLE Ruidoso | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| RUIDOSO HIGH Ruidoso | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Mescalero Apache School Mescalero | 10.4 mi | — |
| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CAPITAN HIGH Capitan | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CAPITAN MIDDLE Capitan | 13.6 mi | 7.3 |
| CARRIZOZO ELEMENTARY Carrizozo | 23.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CARRIZOZO HIGH Carrizozo | 23.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CARRIZOZO MIDDLE Carrizozo | 23.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HONDO HIGH Hondo | 23.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HONDO ELEMENTARY Hondo | 23.2 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY Cloudcroft | 28.0 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE Cloudcroft | 28.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CLOUDCROFT HIGH Cloudcroft | 28.1 mi | 7.6 |
| HIGH ROLLS MOUNTAIN PARK ELEMENTARY High Rolls | 30.3 mi | — |
| TULAROSA MIDDLE Tularosa | 28.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TULAROSA ELEMENTARY Tularosa | 28.5 mi | 6.5 |
| TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE Tularosa | 28.5 mi | 7.3 |
| TULAROSA HIGH Tularosa | 28.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,008
Median Home Value
$232,400
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
7,747
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
70.2%
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
44.9
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| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.7 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 6.7 |
| CORRALES ELEMENTARY Corrales, NM | 6.7 |
| DAVID SKEET ELEMENTARY Vanderwagen, NM | 6.7 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Mountain Elementary
What grades does White Mountain Elementary serve?
White Mountain Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend White Mountain Elementary?
White Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at White Mountain Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Mountain Elementary rank in NM?
White Mountain Elementary ranks #331 of 864 schools in NM.
What is White Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
White Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 White Mountain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Mountain Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is White Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, White Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, White Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Mountain Elementary?
50.6% of students at White Mountain 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (575) 258-4220
Resources & Links
District
RUIDOSO- District Enrollment
- 1,782
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,052
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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