Serving 44 students in grades 4-5, Alta Vista Intermediate 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta Vista Intermediate's student population of 44 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alta Vista Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Intermediate is 0.24, 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
#648 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
86%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Intermediate's ranking?
Alta Vista Intermediate is ranked #648 out of 810 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Intermediate?
44 students attend Alta Vista Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Alta Vista Intermediate students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Intermediate?
Alta Vista Intermediate has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Intermediate offer ?
Alta Vista Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Alta Vista Intermediate part of?
Alta Vista Intermediate is part of Questa School District.
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