Summary:
The city of Ribera, New Mexico is home to two small public schools, Valley Elementary and Valley Middle, which serve students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. Both schools are part of the West Las Vegas Public Schools district and have unique characteristics that set them apart.
Valley Elementary and Valley Middle stand out for their exceptionally low student-teacher ratios, with 9.5 and 9.1 students per teacher respectively, indicating a high level of personalized attention for students. However, both schools also face significant challenges, with 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting high levels of economic need in the community. Demographically, the student populations at both schools are predominantly Hispanic, reflecting the broader diversity of the Ribera area.
While Valley Middle has maintained a relatively consistent ranking among New Mexico middle schools in recent years, Valley Elementary's ranking has fluctuated, ranging from 199 out of 410 elementary schools in 2015-2016 to 356 out of 442 in 2013-2014. This variability in performance highlights the need for further investigation into the factors influencing the school's academic outcomes and the implementation of targeted support to ensure the success of all students.
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