Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Picacho 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Math Proficiency: 20%
- Reading Proficiency: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Picacho Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Picacho Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Picacho Elementary School is 0.40, 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)20%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
74%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Picacho Elementary School often compared to?
East Picacho Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesilla Park Elementary School, J Paul Taylor Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend East Picacho Elementary School?
473 students attend East Picacho Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Picacho Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Picacho Elementary School?
East Picacho Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Picacho Elementary School offer ?
East Picacho Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Picacho Elementary School part of?
East Picacho Elementary School is part of Las Cruces Public Schools School District.
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