Average
#277 of 864 schools in NM
Top 32% in state
Will Rogers Elementary
Elementary School · HOBBS
300 EAST CLINTON, Hobbs, NM 88240
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#277 of 864
In Hobbs
#9 of 18
public schools
In district
#9 of 18
HOBBS
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Will Rogers Elementary
Will Rogers Elementary is a public elementary school in Hobbs, NM, part of HOBBS. Will Rogers Elementary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Will Rogers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Will Rogers Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Will Rogers 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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Will Rogers Elementary — Students at Will Rogers Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
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: 9.2/10.
How Will Rogers Elementary Compares
See how Will Rogers 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
300 EAST CLINTON, Hobbs, NM 88240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Will Rogers Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hobbs, see our Hobbs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MURRAY ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| HOBBS HIGH Hobbs | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| HOBBS FRESHMAN HIGH Hobbs | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SANGER ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| HEIZER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| STONE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| COLLEGE LANE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LAE COUNTY CORRECTIONS Hobbs | 6.6 mi | — |
| JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs | 9.3 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,394
Median Home Value
$177,200
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
41,612
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
30.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY Raton, NM | 6.9 |
| MANZANO DAY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.9 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming, NM | 6.9 |
| RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 6.9 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 6.9 |
| UNIVERSITY HILLS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Will Rogers Elementary
What grades does Will Rogers Elementary serve?
Will Rogers Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Will Rogers Elementary?
Will Rogers Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Will Rogers Elementary rank in NM?
Will Rogers Elementary ranks #277 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Will Rogers Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Will Rogers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Will Rogers Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Will Rogers Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Will Rogers Elementary a charter school?
No, Will Rogers Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Will Rogers Elementary a Title I school?
No, Will Rogers Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Will Rogers Elementary?
49.4% of students at Will Rogers 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
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lea County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (575) 433-2200
Resources & Links
District
HOBBS- District Enrollment
- 10,226
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,294
- District Rank
- #9 of 18
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