Serving 62 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, El Rito Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Rito Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
El Rito Elementary School's student population of 62 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
El Rito Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Rito 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
#218 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
89%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
5%
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
95%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
28%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Rito Elementary School's ranking?
El Rito Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend El Rito Elementary School?
62 students attend El Rito Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of El Rito Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Rito Elementary School?
El Rito Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does El Rito Elementary School offer ?
El Rito Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is El Rito Elementary School part of?
El Rito Elementary School is part of Mesa Vista School District.
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