Serving 20 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, House Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: House Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in House, NM, covering approximately 495.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
House Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
House Elementary School's student population of 20 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where everybody is someone special.'
School Rankings
House Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of House Elementary 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
#94 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
White
70%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. 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 House Elementary School's ranking?
House Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend House Elementary School?
20 students attend House Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of House Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of House Elementary School?
House Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does House Elementary School offer ?
House Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is House Elementary School part of?
House Elementary School is part of House School District.
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