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#597 of 864 schools in NM
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Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School
Elementary School · Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School
PO Box 509, Prewitt, NM 87045
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School
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About Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School
Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School is a public elementary school in Prewitt, NM, part of Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School. Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #597 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
54% of students at Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School Compares
See how Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 509, Prewitt, NM 87045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Thoreau), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Grants), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Grants), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prewitt, see our Prewitt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 8.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau | 9.8 mi | 8.8 |
| THOREAU ELEMENTARY Thoreau | 9.9 mi | 3.8 |
| THOREAU HIGH Thoreau | 10.6 mi | 4.3 |
| THOREAU MIDDLE Thoreau | 10.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 14.5 mi | 4.2 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants | 15.9 mi | 8.0 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 18.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants | 18.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 19.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 19.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 19.9 mi | 8.6 |
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 19.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 19.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CROWNPOINT ELEMENTARY Crownpoint | 22.3 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 20.6 mi | — |
| T'iis Ts'ozi Bi'Olta' Community School Crownpoint | 22.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Mariano Lake Community School Crownpoint | 20.9 mi | 4.4 |
| CROWNPOINT HIGH Crownpoint | 23.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CROWNPOINT MIDDLE Crownpoint | 23.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,943
Median Home Value
$56,700
Median Rent
$708/mo
Population
2,439
College Educated
3%
Homeownership
95.3%
Poverty Rate
61%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SANTO NINOS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 5.5 |
| SIERRA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 5.5 |
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield, NM | 5.4 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| DULCE ELEMENTARY Dulce, NM | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School
What grades does Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School serve?
Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School?
Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School rank in NM?
Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School ranks #597 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School a charter school?
No, Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School a Title I school?
No, Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School?
98.6% of students at Baca/dlo'ay Azhi Community School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (505) 972-2769
Resources & Links
District
Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School- District Enrollment
- 216
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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