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La Merced Elementary

301 Alame Loop, Belen, NM 87002, United States
2.8
Overall Rating

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La Merced Elementary Overview

About This School

La Merced Elementary is a public middle in Belen, New Mexico, serving 463 students in grades PK-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate 31% proficiency in ELA and 24% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $69,831. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at La Merced Elementary are evenly divided between male and female populations. The demographic makeup is 79% Hispanic, 19% White, and 1% Black.

463
Total Students
PK-6
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
29 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts31%
Mathematics24%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-6
County
Valencia County
Students per Counselor
463:1

La Merced Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

31%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 34%
24%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 25%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.9:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
463
Students per Counselor

La Merced Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
29

Average Teacher Salary

$69,831
City Avg: $69,831
State Avg: $70,053

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor463:1

La Merced Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

49.68%
Male
50.32%
Female
Total Enrollment: 463 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White18.57%
Hispanic79.05%
Asian0%
Black0.65%
Two or More Races0.22%
Native American1.51%

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Merced Elementary

Q: What is La Merced Elementary?

A: La Merced Elementary is a middle public located in Belen.

Q: How many students attend La Merced Elementary?

A: La Merced Elementary has approximately 463 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at La Merced Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at La Merced Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about La Merced Elementary

La Merced Elementary is a public middle in Belen, New Mexico, serving 463 students in grades PK-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate 31% proficiency in ELA and 24% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $69,831. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at La Merced Elementary are evenly divided between male and female populations. The demographic makeup is 79% Hispanic, 19% White, and 1% Black.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology โ†’
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About La Merced Elementary - Belen, NM

Quick Facts about La Merced Elementary
School NameLa Merced Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-6
Location301 Alame Loop, Belen, NM 87002, Belen, NM
CountyValencia County
Phone+1 (505) 966-2100
Total Students463
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers29
Rating2.8/10
ELA Proficiency31%
Math Proficiency24%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about La Merced Elementary

What is La Merced Elementary?

La Merced Elementary is a middle public located in Belen.

How many students attend La Merced Elementary?

La Merced Elementary has approximately 463 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at La Merced Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at La Merced Elementary is 15:1.