Serving 354 students in grades 1-6, Harrison Schmitt Elementary School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Schmitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harrison Schmitt Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harrison Schmitt Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Harrison Schmitt Elementary School?
354 students attend Harrison Schmitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Harrison Schmitt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Schmitt Elementary School?
Harrison Schmitt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Schmitt Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Schmitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Harrison Schmitt Elementary School part of?
Harrison Schmitt Elementary School is part of Silver Consolidated Schools School District.
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