Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ocotillo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocotillo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocotillo Elementary School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ocotillo 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 Ocotillo Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#123 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
55%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocotillo Elementary School's ranking?
Ocotillo Elementary School is ranked #123 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Elementary School?
711 students attend Ocotillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ocotillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocotillo Elementary School?
Ocotillo Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ocotillo Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Elementary School is part of Carlsbad School District.
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