Serving 154 students in grades 1-8, Belen Family School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Family School's attendance zone covers the entire Belen, NM school district, encompassing approximately 1,080.5 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 32.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belen Family School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Belen Family School's student population of 154 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Loyal and True
School Rankings
Belen Family School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belen Family School is 0.48, 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
#83 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belen Family School's ranking?
Belen Family School is ranked #83 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Belen Family School often compared to?
Belen Family Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Merced Elementary School, Gil Sanchez Elementary School, Belen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Belen Family School?
154 students attend Belen Family School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Belen Family School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belen Family School?
Belen Family School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belen Family School offer ?
Belen Family School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belen Family School part of?
Belen Family School is part of Belen School District.
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