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Edison Elementary

Elementary School · HOBBS

501 EAST GYPSY, Hobbs, NM 88240

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#630 of 864

In Hobbs

#17 of 18

public schools

In district

#17 of 18

HOBBS

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Edison Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Hobbs · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Edison Elementary

Edison Elementary is a public elementary school in Hobbs, NM, part of HOBBS. Edison Elementary serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #630 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NM avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,294
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Edison Elementary — Students at Edison Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Edison Elementary Compares

See how Edison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
27th percentile in NM
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Location

501 EAST GYPSY, Hobbs, NM 88240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hobbs, see our Hobbs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs 0.5 mi 6.9
SOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hobbs 0.5 mi 7.3
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs 0.5 mi 3.2
MURRAY ELEMENTARY Hobbs 0.7 mi 6.8
WILL ROGERS ELEMENTARY Hobbs 0.9 mi 6.9
HEIZER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs 1.0 mi 6.1
HOBBS HIGH Hobbs 1.1 mi 5.7
HOBBS FRESHMAN HIGH Hobbs 1.2 mi 5.4
BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs 1.4 mi 8.5
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs 1.4 mi 7.4
TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs 1.7 mi 7.4
SANGER ELEMENTARY Hobbs 2.0 mi 7.4
ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs 2.2 mi 5.8
HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs 2.4 mi 5.5
CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs 2.5 mi 8.1
MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs 2.7 mi 8.1
STONE ELEMENTARY Hobbs 3.5 mi 6.1
COLLEGE LANE ELEMENTARY Hobbs 5.4 mi 6.5
LAE COUNTY CORRECTIONS Hobbs 7.3 mi
JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs 10.1 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 88240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,394

Median Home Value

$177,200

Median Rent

$1,124/mo

Population

41,612

College Educated

16.6%

Homeownership

64.6%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

30.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison Elementary

What grades does Edison Elementary serve?

Edison Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edison Elementary?

Edison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison Elementary rank in NM?

Edison Elementary ranks #630 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Edison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Edison Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edison Elementary a charter school?

No, Edison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edison Elementary a Title I school?

No, Edison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Elementary?

47.4% of students at Edison Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Lea County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

HOBBS
District Enrollment
10,226
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,294
District Rank
#17 of 18

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