Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mesa Verde Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Verde Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mesa Verde Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesa Verde Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Verde Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#191 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
24%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
32%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
33%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Farmington School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Verde Elementary School's ranking?
Mesa Verde Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mesa Verde Elementary School often compared to?
Mesa Verde Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffview Elementary School, Ladera Del Norte Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Verde Elementary School?
445 students attend Mesa Verde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Mesa Verde Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Verde Elementary School?
Mesa Verde Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesa Verde Elementary School offer ?
Mesa Verde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa Verde Elementary School part of?
Mesa Verde Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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