Serving 483 students in grades 1-5, Yeso Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yeso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Yeso Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Yeso Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yeso Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#108 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
62%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
34%
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
40%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeso Elementary School's ranking?
Yeso Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Yeso Elementary School?
483 students attend Yeso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Yeso Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yeso Elementary School?
Yeso Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yeso Elementary School offer ?
Yeso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yeso Elementary School part of?
Yeso Elementary School is part of Artesia School District.
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