Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillrise Elementary School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillrise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hillrise Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hillrise Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillrise Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#354 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
67%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
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 Hillrise Elementary School's ranking?
Hillrise Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hillrise Elementary School often compared to?
Hillrise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hillrise Elementary School?
431 students attend Hillrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hillrise Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillrise Elementary School?
Hillrise Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillrise Elementary School offer ?
Hillrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillrise Elementary School part of?
Hillrise Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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