DON CECILIO MTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DON CECILIO MTZ ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WEST LAS VEGAS school district, located in LAS VEGAS, NM with about 194 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 5th 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 12 teachers, DON CECILIO MTZ ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Don Cecilio Martinez Elementary School is a public school located in Las Vegas, New Mexico, serving students within the Las Vegas City Public Schools district. Situated on Santa Fe Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, reflecting the historical and cultural character of the surrounding area. As a primary education institution, it focuses on foundational academic development, providing a supportive environment designed to help young students transition from early childhood into their intermediate schooling years.

The school is recognized for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the Las Vegas population. Like many schools in the region, Don Cecilio Martinez emphasizes a blend of traditional academic instruction and community-centered values. By prioritizing small-school engagement and personalized attention, the faculty and staff work to foster a sense of belonging and academic growth, aiming to equip students with the essential skills necessary for their continued educational journey.

For more information, contact DON CECILIO MTZ ELEMENTARY at (505) 426-2861 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

412 SANTA FE ST
LAS VEGAS, NM 87701
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DON CECILIO MTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LAS VEGAS, NM with about 194 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WEST LAS VEGAS
Total Students:
194
Teachers:
12.94
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 194 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DON CECILIO MTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 96% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
96.4%
White
2.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%

Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.