Serving 482 students in grades 1-5, Yeso Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: YESO ELEMENTARY serves the eastern part of Artesia, NM, covering an extensive area of approximately 769 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles to the nearest boundary and some locations as far as 36.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yeso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Yeso Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It’s Great to Be a Bulldog
School Rankings
Yeso 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 Yeso Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#117 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
62%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog blue and gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeso Elementary School's ranking?
Yeso Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Yeso Elementary School often compared to?
Yeso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Yeso Elementary School?
482 students attend Yeso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Yeso Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yeso Elementary School?
Yeso Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yeso Elementary School offer ?
Yeso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yeso Elementary School part of?
Yeso Elementary School is part of Artesia School District.
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