Sunland Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Sunland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
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Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Sunland Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Sunland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Sunland Park Elementary School is ranked #398 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sunland Park Elementary School?
225 students attend Sunland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sunland Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Sunland Park Elementary School offer ?
Sunland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunland Park Elementary School part of?
Sunland Park Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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