Summary:
The city of Anton Chico, New Mexico is home to two schools: Rita A. Marquez Elementary and Anton Chico Middle. These schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade and are part of the Santa Rosa school district.
Of the two schools, Rita A. Marquez Elementary stands out as a high-performing institution. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school ranked 60th out of 433 elementary schools in New Mexico and received a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its proficiency rates in English Language Arts (59%) and Mathematics (37%) were significantly higher than the district and statewide averages. Additionally, the school has a low student-teacher ratio of 9.2, suggesting a favorable learning environment.
In contrast, Anton Chico Middle School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 45th out of 200 middle schools in 2018-2019 to 109th out of 235 in 2023-2024. However, the school still maintains a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. Both schools serve a high percentage (100%) of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating they serve economically disadvantaged communities.
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