Serving 233 students in grades 4-5, Pojoaque 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 9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 9%
- Reading Proficiency: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pojoaque Intermediate's student population of 233 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pojoaque Intermediate is 0.34, 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)9%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
15%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
80%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
5%
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
51%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
1%
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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Pojoaque Intermediate?
233 students attend Pojoaque Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pojoaque Intermediate students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pojoaque Intermediate?
Pojoaque Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pojoaque Intermediate offer ?
Pojoaque Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Pojoaque Intermediate part of?
Pojoaque Intermediate is part of Pojoaque Valley Public Schools School District.
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