Serving 240 students in grades 3-5, Rio Grande Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Grande Elementary serves the west part of the Hatch, NM school district, encompassing an area of approximately 135.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Grande Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#631 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Grande Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Grande Elementary School is ranked #631 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Rio Grande Elementary School?
240 students attend Rio Grande Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Rio Grande Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Grande Elementary School?
Rio Grande Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Grande Elementary School offer ?
Rio Grande Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Grande Elementary School part of?
Rio Grande Elementary School is part of Hatch Valley School District.
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