Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southern Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Southern Heights Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Southern Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Heights Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#433 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
89%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
10%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Heights Elementary School is ranked #433 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Southern Heights Elementary School?
472 students attend Southern Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southern Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Heights Elementary School?
Southern 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 Southern Heights Elementary School offer ?
Southern Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Heights Elementary School part of?
Southern Heights Elementary School is part of Hobbs School District.
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