Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Booker T. Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Booker T. Washington Elementary School's student population of 155 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
Booker T. Washington 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 Booker T. Washington Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#377 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
73%
63%
Black
10%
2%
White
14%
19%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker T. Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Booker T. Washington Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Elementary School?
155 students attend Booker T. Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Booker T. Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booker T. Washington Elementary School?
Booker T. Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Booker T. Washington Elementary School offer ?
Booker T. Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Booker T. Washington Elementary School part of?
Booker T. Washington Elementary School is part of Hobbs School District.
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