Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cubero Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than 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 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cubero Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cubero Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Cubero 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 Cubero Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#301 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
84%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
13%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
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
97%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
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 Cubero Elementary School's ranking?
Cubero Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Cubero Elementary School?
201 students attend Cubero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cubero Elementary School students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cubero Elementary School?
Cubero Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cubero Elementary School offer ?
Cubero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cubero Elementary School part of?
Cubero Elementary School is part of Grants School District.
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