Martin Elementary School serves 235 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
97%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Martin Elementary School?
235 students attend Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Martin Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Elementary School?
Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin Elementary School offer ?
Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Martin Elementary School part of?
Martin Elementary School is part of Deming Public Schools School District.
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