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LEA ELEMENTARY

📍 LOVINGTON, New Mexico Public

231

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

14.5:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

🎓 Grade Levels

1 active grades

15.9

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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LEA ELEMENTARY, an elementary public school serving grade 1 in LOVINGTON, New Mexico, with 231 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in LOVINGTON, New Mexico, LEA ELEMENTARY is a regular public school serving students from grades 1. The school operates within the LOVINGTON in Lea County. With a current reported enrollment of 231 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, LEA ELEMENTARY maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 15.9 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of LOVINGTON, the student body at LEA ELEMENTARY represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include Hispanic (84.4%), White (14.3%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, LEA ELEMENTARY participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 231 students (100%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

231 Students reported

Hispanic 84.4%

195 enrolled students

White 14.3%

33 enrolled students

Black / African American 0.9%

2 enrolled students

Two or more races 0.4%

1 enrolled students

Asian 0%

0 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 231

👦 Male 50.6% (117) 👧 Female 49.4% (114)

🥗 Economic Diversity 100%

231 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

1 Grade Levels

231

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School facts

Address 1202 WEST BIRCH AVE, LOVINGTON, NM 88260

Phone (575) 739-2625

School district LOVINGTON

County Lea County

Grades 1

Students 231 students

Student–teacher ratio 14.5:1

Full-time teachers 15.9

Community type Town: Remote

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 32.96053, -103.36305

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NCES school ID 350174000446

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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1202 WEST BIRCH AVE

LOVINGTON, NM 88260 Lea County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members

What grades are taught at LEA ELEMENTARY? +

LEA ELEMENTARY serves students in grades 1. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with New Mexico state educational standards.

How many students attend LEA ELEMENTARY? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, LEA ELEMENTARY has a total reported enrollment of 231 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at LEA ELEMENTARY? +

The student-teacher ratio at LEA ELEMENTARY is 14.5:1, supported by approximately 15.9 full-time equivalent certified teachers.