Serving 87 students in grades 7-12, Elida High 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elida High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elida High School's student population of 87 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elida High School 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 Elida High School is 0.30, 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
#447 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
83%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elida High School's ranking?
Elida High School is ranked #447 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?
20-29% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Elida High School?
The graduation rate of Elida High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Elida High School?
87 students attend Elida High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Elida High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elida High School?
Elida High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elida High School offer ?
Elida High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Elida High School part of?
Elida High School is part of Elida Municipal Schools School District.
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