Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonoma Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sonoma Elementary School's student population of 735 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonoma 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 Sonoma Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#129 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
74%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sonoma Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Elementary School?
735 students attend Sonoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sonoma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonoma Elementary School?
Sonoma Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sonoma Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sonoma Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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