Summary:
The Belen school district in New Mexico consists of 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The district faces significant challenges, with most schools struggling to meet state averages on key performance metrics, but a few standout schools demonstrate that high-quality education is possible.
Among the top-performing schools in the district are Gil Sanchez Elementary and Rio Grande Elementary, which consistently rank among the best in the state. These schools have exceptional test scores, particularly in language arts, math, and science. Another standout is Belen Family School, a small K-8 school that ranks in the top 15% of elementary schools statewide.
However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges, with most schools scoring below the state averages in language arts, math, and science. Both Belen High and Belen Infinity High have a 76.7% four-year graduation rate, which is below the state average. Additionally, all schools in the district have 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage.
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