Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, La Merced 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 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Merced Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Merced Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
La Merced 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 La Merced Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#334 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
20%
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
69%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
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 La Merced Elementary School's ranking?
La Merced Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are La Merced Elementary School often compared to?
La Merced Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gil Sanchez Elementary School, Belen Family School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend La Merced Elementary School?
433 students attend La Merced Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of La Merced Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Merced Elementary School?
La Merced Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Merced Elementary School offer ?
La Merced Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Merced Elementary School part of?
La Merced Elementary School is part of Belen School District.
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