Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Yucca Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yucca Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yucca Heights Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Yucca Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yucca Heights Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#386 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
98%
63%
White
2%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yucca Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Yucca Heights Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Yucca Heights Elementary School?
439 students attend Yucca Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Yucca Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yucca Heights Elementary School?
Yucca Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yucca Heights Elementary School offer ?
Yucca Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yucca Heights Elementary School part of?
Yucca Heights Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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