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White Sands Elementary

1 Viking St White Sands Missile Range, Las Cruces, NM 88002, United States
+1 (575) 674-1241
http://wss.lcps.net/o/wss
6.0
Overall Rating

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White Sands Elementary Overview

About This School

White Sands Elementary is a public middle in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving 270 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 62% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,051. The student body at White Sands Elementary is composed of 53% female and 47% male students. The demographic breakdown includes 42% Hispanic, 41% White, 11% Two or More Races, 3% Black, and 1% Asian students.

270
Total Students
PK-8
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
25 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts62%
Mathematics57%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Doña Ana County
Students per Counselor
N/A:1

White Sands Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

62%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 34%
57%
Mathematics
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 25%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
Students per Counselor

White Sands Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
25

Average Teacher Salary

$79,051
City Avg: $79,810
State Avg: $70,053

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor:1

White Sands Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

47.04%
Male
52.96%
Female
Total Enrollment: 270 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White41.48%
Hispanic42.22%
Asian1.11%
Black2.96%
Two or More Races11.11%
Native American0.37%

White Sands Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About White Sands Elementary

Q: What is White Sands Elementary?

A: White Sands Elementary is a middle public located in Las Cruces.

Q: How many students attend White Sands Elementary?

A: White Sands Elementary has approximately 270 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at White Sands Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at White Sands Elementary is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about White Sands Elementary

White Sands Elementary is a public middle in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving 270 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 62% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,051. The student body at White Sands Elementary is composed of 53% female and 47% male students. The demographic breakdown includes 42% Hispanic, 41% White, 11% Two or More Races, 3% Black, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About White Sands Elementary - Las Cruces, NM

Quick Facts about White Sands Elementary
School NameWhite Sands Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location1 Viking St White Sands Missile Range, Las Cruces, NM 88002, Las Cruces, NM
CountyDoña Ana County
Phone+1 (575) 674-1241
Total Students270
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers25
Rating6/10
ELA Proficiency62%
Math Proficiency57%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about White Sands Elementary

What is White Sands Elementary?

White Sands Elementary is a middle public located in Las Cruces.

How many students attend White Sands Elementary?

White Sands Elementary has approximately 270 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Sands Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at White Sands Elementary is 10:1.

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