Serving 382 students in grades 5-6, Lindsey-steiner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. May 24, 2026
School Rankings
Lindsey-steiner 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 Lindsey-steiner Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#211 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
1%
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 Lindsey-steiner Elementary School's ranking?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lindsey-steiner Elementary School?
382 students attend Lindsey-steiner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lindsey-steiner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lindsey-steiner Elementary School offer ?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lindsey-steiner Elementary School part of?
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School is part of Portales School District.
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