Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Elementary serves the eastern part of Hobbs, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#523 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
90%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
8%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 796 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
225 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Hobbs School District.
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