Serving 54 students in grades 5-6, Kiser Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Kiser Elementary School's student population of 54 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kiser Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiser Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#130 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
63%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiser Elementary School's ranking?
Kiser Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Kiser Elementary School?
54 students attend Kiser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kiser Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kiser Elementary School?
Kiser Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kiser Elementary School offer ?
Kiser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Kiser Elementary School part of?
Kiser Elementary School is part of Clayton School District.
School Reviews
2 5/21/2012
Clayton NM schools are very behind in curriculum... the district cares more about athletics then academics. The way teachers treat he children is unjust. Favoritism is evident.
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