Ojo Caliente Elementary School

Hwy 285 Junction 111
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
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Bottom 50%
Serving 55 students in grades 4-6, Ojo Caliente 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 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 55 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in NM
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ojo Caliente Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Ojo Caliente Elementary School's student population of 55 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1965
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
'Empowering the Future'

School Rankings

Ojo Caliente 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 Ojo Caliente Elementary School is 0.26, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#542 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

20-29%
24%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

11-19%
34%
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
2%
11%

Showing 2006–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
85%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

White
13%
19%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
87%
0.26

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
1.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%

Showing 2003–2015. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ojo Caliente Elementary School's ranking?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School is ranked #542 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 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ojo Caliente Elementary School?
55 students attend Ojo Caliente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ojo Caliente Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ojo Caliente Elementary School?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ojo Caliente Elementary School offer ?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ojo Caliente Elementary School part of?
Ojo Caliente Elementary School is part of Mesa Vista School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 55 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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