Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kirtland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirtland Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Welcome to the Home of the Unicorns!
School Rankings
Kirtland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirtland Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#593 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
80%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirtland Elementary School's ranking?
Kirtland Elementary School is ranked #593 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Kirtland Elementary School?
388 students attend Kirtland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Kirtland Elementary School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirtland Elementary School?
Kirtland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kirtland Elementary School offer ?
Kirtland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirtland Elementary School part of?
Kirtland Elementary School is part of Central School District.
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