Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Desert View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert View Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bridging Borders, Building Futures, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Desert View 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 Desert View Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#240 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
98%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert View Elementary School's ranking?
Desert View Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Desert View Elementary School often compared to?
Desert View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Desert View Elementary School?
524 students attend Desert View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Desert View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert View Elementary School?
Desert View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Desert View Elementary School offer ?
Desert View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert View Elementary School part of?
Desert View Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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