Serving 49 students in grades 4-6, Ojo Caliente Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ojo Caliente Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ojo Caliente Elementary School's student population of 49 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ojo Caliente Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ojo Caliente Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#667 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ojo Caliente Elementary School's ranking?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ojo Caliente Elementary School?
49 students attend Ojo Caliente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ojo Caliente Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ojo Caliente Elementary School?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ojo Caliente Elementary School offer ?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Ojo Caliente Elementary School part of?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School is part of Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools School District.
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