Serving 58 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mike Sena Elementary School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mike Sena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mike Sena Elementary School's student population of 58 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mike Sena Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mike Sena Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#253 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
83%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
12%
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 (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mike Sena Elementary School's ranking?
Mike Sena Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mike Sena Elementary School often compared to?
Mike Sena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Gallinas School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mike Sena Elementary School?
58 students attend Mike Sena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mike Sena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mike Sena Elementary School?
Mike Sena Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mike Sena Elementary School offer ?
Mike Sena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mike Sena Elementary School part of?
Mike Sena Elementary School is part of Las Vegas City School District.
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