Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Military Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Military Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Military Heights Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Military Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Military Heights Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#150 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
29%
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 (13-14)
10%
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 Military Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Military Heights Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Military Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Military Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Norte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Military Heights Elementary School?
428 students attend Military Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Military Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Military Heights Elementary School?
Military Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Military Heights Elementary School offer ?
Military Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Military Heights Elementary School part of?
Military Heights Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
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