Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sundance 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 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sundance Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sundance Elementary School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Sundance Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sundance Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#143 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sundance Elementary School's ranking?
Sundance Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 796 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sundance Elementary School?
591 students attend Sundance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sundance Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sundance Elementary School?
Sundance Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sundance Elementary School offer ?
Sundance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sundance Elementary School part of?
Sundance Elementary School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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