Summary:
The city of Ojo Caliente, New Mexico is home to 3 schools - 2 middle schools (Ojo Caliente Elementary and Mesa Vista Middle) and 1 high school (Mesa Vista High). While the schools face challenges in meeting state proficiency standards, a few standout performers emerge from the data.
Ojo Caliente Elementary outperforms the Mesa Vista district and state averages in English Language Arts and Science proficiency. Similarly, Mesa Vista Middle ranks 61 out of 239 New Mexico middle schools and exceeds district and state averages in Language Arts proficiency. However, the district's graduation rates and overall test scores in core subjects tend to lag behind state averages.
A common thread across all three schools is the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic challenges in the Ojo Caliente community. While the schools' student-teacher ratios are relatively low, the data suggests the need for targeted interventions to address the academic performance gaps and support the unique needs of this high-poverty district.
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