Excellent
#43 of 864 schools in NM
Top 5% in state
Hondo Elementary
Elementary School · HONDO VALLEY
111 DON PABLO LANE, Hondo, NM 88336
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#43 of 864
In Hondo
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
HONDO VALLEY
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hondo Elementary
Hondo Elementary is a public elementary school in Hondo, NM, part of HONDO VALLEY. Hondo Elementary serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hondo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Hondo Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Hondo Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Hondo Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hondo Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Hondo Elementary — Students at Hondo Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Hondo Elementary Compares
See how Hondo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
111 DON PABLO LANE, Hondo, NM 88336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hondo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 40.3 miles away, in nearby Cloudcroft), with a very similar rating. Another option is CAPITAN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Capitan), a more accessible option. Additionally, SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY (rated 6.7/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Ruidoso), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hondo, see our Hondo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 40.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HONDO HIGH Hondo | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan | 22.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CAPITAN HIGH Capitan | 22.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CAPITAN MIDDLE Capitan | 22.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RUIDOSO MIDDLE Ruidoso | 22.6 mi | 7.2 |
| RUIDOSO HIGH Ruidoso | 22.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY Ruidoso | 23.2 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Ruidoso | 23.2 mi | 6.7 |
| PENASCO ELEMENTARY Hope | 34.5 mi | — |
| Mescalero Apache School Mescalero | 30.0 mi | — |
| CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY Cloudcroft | 40.3 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE Cloudcroft | 40.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CLOUDCROFT HIGH Cloudcroft | 40.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,000
Population
399
College Educated
5.3%
Homeownership
94.7%
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
58.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY Questa, NM | 8.9 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.6 |
| RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Red River, NM | 9.1 |
| RITA A. MARQUEZ ELEMENTARY Anton Chico, NM | 9.1 |
| GRADY ELEMENTARY Grady, NM | 8.5 |
| ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hondo Elementary
What grades does Hondo Elementary serve?
Hondo Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hondo Elementary?
Hondo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hondo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hondo Elementary is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hondo Elementary rank in NM?
Hondo Elementary ranks #43 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Hondo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hondo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Hondo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hondo Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hondo Elementary a charter school?
No, Hondo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hondo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hondo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hondo Elementary?
97.0% of students at Hondo 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.6%
- Phone
- (575) 653-4411
Resources & Links
District
HONDO VALLEY- District Enrollment
- 126
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,000
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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