B+
Above Average
82/100

White Sands Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 08 🏫 School
📍 1 VIKING ST WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, Las Cruces, NM 88002
82
Repit Score
out of 100
283
Students
enrolled
11.5:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$13K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $13,226 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 1 VIKING ST WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE
City Las Cruces
ZIP Code 88002
District 3501500
NCES School ID 350150000397
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 88002

Understanding the community around White Sands Elementary helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $88,750
Per Capita Income $29,225
Poverty Rate 0.0%
Households Earning $100K+ 42.8%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 45.2%
High School or Higher 97.8%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value N/A
Median Rent $1,280
Owner-Occupied 4.1%
Renter-Occupied 95.9%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for White Sands Elementary.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 45.6%
Hispanic/Latino 38.2%
Two or More Races 9.5%
Black 4.2%
Asian 1.8%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 283
Teachers (FTE) 24.5
Student:Teacher Ratio 11.5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for White Sands Elementary?
White Sands Elementary has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend White Sands Elementary?
White Sands Elementary has 283 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1.
What grades does White Sands Elementary serve?
White Sands Elementary serves grades Pre-K – 08 and is classified as a School. This is a public school.
How much funding does White Sands Elementary receive per student?
White Sands Elementary receives $13,226 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around White Sands Elementary in 88002 ▼
Avg Home Value
$0
% Renters
95.9%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026