LYBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LYBROOK ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JEMEZ MTN school district, located in CUBA, NM with about 53 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, LYBROOK ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LYBROOK ELEMENTARY School is a small, rural public school located in Cuba, New Mexico, serving students in a remote area of the Southwest. Because of its geographic isolation, the school plays a vital role in its community, providing educational services to families residing in the surrounding high-desert landscape. It operates as part of the Cuba Independent School District and functions as a focal point for local students, emphasizing foundational academics within a tight-knit, multi-generational community environment.

The school’s mission focuses on addressing the unique needs of its student population, which includes a significant number of Native American students from the nearby Navajo Nation. By prioritizing culturally responsive teaching and individualized support, Lybrook strives to bridge the gap between rural challenges and academic achievement. Despite its small size, the school remains committed to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student growth and prepares its youth for transition to secondary education.

For more information, contact LYBROOK ELEMENTARY at (505) 638-5419 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.