Wingate Elementary School serves 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wingate Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 94% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wingate Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
100%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
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
99%
74%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Wingate Elementary School?
359 students attend Wingate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wingate Elementary School students are American Indian.
What grades does Wingate Elementary School offer ?
Wingate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wingate Elementary School part of?
Wingate Elementary School is part of Wingate Elementary School District.
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