Serving 550 students in grades 1-5, Ocotillo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ocotillo Elementary School's student population of 550 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ocotillo Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)29%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)38%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
51%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Elementary School?
550 students attend Ocotillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ocotillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocotillo Elementary School?
Ocotillo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Ocotillo Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Elementary School is part of Carlsbad Municipal Schools School District.
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