Cesar Chavez Elementary School serves 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Hand in Hand, Yes We Can!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
90%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
8%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cesar Chavez Elementary School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School, Sonoma Elementary School, Hillrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
492 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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