Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Grand Plains Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Grand Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Grand Plains Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
East Grand Plains 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 East Grand Plains 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
#398 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
78%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Grand Plains Elementary School's ranking?
East Grand Plains Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are East Grand Plains Elementary School often compared to?
East Grand Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dexter Elementary School, Hagerman Elementary School, Lake Arthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend East Grand Plains Elementary School?
188 students attend East Grand Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East Grand Plains Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Grand Plains Elementary School?
East Grand Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Grand Plains Elementary School offer ?
East Grand Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Grand Plains Elementary School part of?
East Grand Plains Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Suvanna
I loved that school i wish i could just go back and stay in kindergarden all the time. I even though i only went there for a year it was totaly the best school id ever gone to. I was in kindergarten in the year of 2001.
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