Dexter

The Dexter Consolidated Schools district in New Mexico serves students from three schools: Dexter Elementary, Dexter High, and Dexter Middle. These schools face significant challenges, including high poverty levels, a predominantly Hispanic student population, and varying academic performance across the district.

All three schools in the Dexter Consolidated Schools district have a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, indicating that the student population is from low-income families. The racial makeup of the schools is also noteworthy, with Hispanic students making up the majority, ranging from 81.1% to 84.69% of the total enrollment. While Dexter Elementary and Dexter Middle have higher statewide rankings, Dexter High is the lowest-ranked, suggesting inconsistencies in academic performance across the district.

The student-teacher ratios in the Dexter Consolidated Schools district range from 12.6 to 15.4, which may indicate staffing challenges and the need for additional resources to support teachers in meeting the diverse needs of their students. Overall, the data highlights the complex challenges faced by the district, particularly in addressing the high levels of poverty and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students.