Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Penasco Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penasco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Penasco Elementary School's student population of 18 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penasco Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penasco Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#64 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
94%
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
22%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penasco Elementary School's ranking?
Penasco Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Penasco Elementary School?
18 students attend Penasco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Penasco Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penasco Elementary School?
Penasco Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Penasco Elementary School offer ?
Penasco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Penasco Elementary School part of?
Penasco Elementary School is part of Artesia School District.
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