Serving 73 students in grades 7-12, Elida High 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elida High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Elida, NM, encompassing approximately 796.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 21.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elida High School's student population of 73 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elida High 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 Elida High School is 0.45, 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
#440 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-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 Elida High School's ranking?
Elida High School is ranked #440 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elida High School?
The graduation rate of Elida High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Elida High School?
73 students attend Elida High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Elida High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elida High School?
Elida High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elida High School offer ?
Elida High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elida High School part of?
Elida High School is part of Elida School District.
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