Gadsden School District
School District · Anthony, New Mexico
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
26
14 elem, 3 mid, 5 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,250
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
26
14 elem, 3 mid, 5 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,250
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Evaluating Gadsden?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Gadsden as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Alta Vista Early College High School
Anthony · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Desert View Elementary
Sunland Park · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Chaparral Elementary
Chaparral · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Mexico rank
#31 of 88
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above New Mexico avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,250
$721 vs New Mexico median
District size
12,130 students
Much larger than New Mexico median
The short answer
Gadsden ranks #31 of 88 New Mexico districts by overall school rating. Gadsden's schools with real test data average 7.1/10 across 22 schools. Its top-rated schools are Alta Vista Early College High School (9.3/10), Desert View Elementary (8.7/10), and Chaparral Elementary (8.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Gadsden
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (22 of 26). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alta Vista Early College High School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Desert View Elementary | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Chaparral Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | La Union Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Anthony Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Gadsden Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Loma Linda Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Riverside Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Yucca Heights Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Gadsden Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
See all 26 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Gadsden
Gadsden is a Anthony, New Mexico school district serving 26 schools. The district educates 12,130 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. The district invests $18,250 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Gadsden demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Alta Vista Early College High School, which has a composite score of 9.3/10.
In standardized testing, Gadsden students show an average math proficiency of 33.7% and ELA proficiency of 38.9%.
The district includes 14 elementary schools , 3 middle schools , and 5 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Gadsden, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Gadsden with test data.
Schools in Gadsden
26 schools Elementary Schools 14
Middle Schools 3
High Schools 5
District Details
- State
- New Mexico
- City
- Anthony
- Total Enrollment
- 12,130
- Teachers (FTE)
- 866
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.4%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Gadsden?
Gadsden has 26 schools in total — 14 elementary, 3 middle, and 5 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Gadsden?
The average composite rating for Gadsden is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Gadsden?
Gadsden spends $18,250 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gadsden?
The average student-teacher ratio in Gadsden is 14:1.
What is the top-rated school in Gadsden?
Alta Vista Early College High School is the highest-rated school in Gadsden with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What are the test scores in Gadsden?
Across schools in Gadsden with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 38.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Gadsden compare to other districts in New Mexico?
Gadsden has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 26 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Mexico by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 38.9%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Mexico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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