Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Yucca Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 24%
- Reading Proficiency: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yucca Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yucca Heights Elementary School's student population of 645 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yucca Heights 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Yucca Heights Elementary School?
645 students attend Yucca Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Yucca Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yucca Heights Elementary School?
Yucca Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yucca Heights Elementary School offer ?
Yucca Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Yucca Heights Elementary School part of?
Yucca Heights Elementary School is part of Gadsden Independent Schools School District.
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