Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ojo Amarillo Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ojo Amarillo Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#705 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
93%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
19%
10%
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 Ojo Amarillo Elementary School's ranking?
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School is ranked #705 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Ojo Amarillo Elementary School often compared to?
Ojo Amarillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judy Nelson Elementary School, Animas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ojo Amarillo Elementary School?
299 students attend Ojo Amarillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ojo Amarillo Elementary School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ojo Amarillo Elementary School?
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ojo Amarillo Elementary School offer ?
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ojo Amarillo Elementary School part of?
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School is part of Central School District.
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