Serving 311 students in grades 1-5, Hermosa Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hermosa Elementary serves the eastern part of Artesia, NM, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 720.4 square miles, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school and the furthest edge located about 35.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermosa Elementary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hermosa Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermosa Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#195 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
64%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
33%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermosa Elementary School's ranking?
Hermosa Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hermosa Elementary School?
311 students attend Hermosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hermosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermosa Elementary School?
Hermosa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hermosa Elementary School offer ?
Hermosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermosa Elementary School part of?
Hermosa Elementary School is part of Artesia School District.
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