Best Public Schools in Anton Chico, NM


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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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Mexico Public Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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