Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrizozo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrizozo Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 1,728.7 square miles around Carrizozo, NM. Families generally experience a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 35.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrizozo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Carrizozo Elementary School's student population of 72 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrizozo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrizozo Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#245 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
6%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrizozo Elementary School's ranking?
Carrizozo Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Carrizozo Elementary School?
72 students attend Carrizozo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carrizozo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrizozo Elementary School?
Carrizozo Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carrizozo Elementary School offer ?
Carrizozo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrizozo Elementary School part of?
Carrizozo Elementary School is part of Carrizozo School District.
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