Serving 187 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 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 23%
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pojoaque Intermediate's student population of 187 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pojoaque Intermediate is 0.38, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
16%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
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
59%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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?
187 students attend Pojoaque Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pojoaque Intermediate students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pojoaque Intermediate?
Pojoaque Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, 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 School District.
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