Very Good
#168 of 864 schools in NM
Top 19% in state
Lydia Rippey Elementary
Elementary School · AZTEC
401 RIO PECOS ROAD, Aztec, NM 87410
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#168 of 864
In Aztec
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
AZTEC
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Lydia Rippey Elementary
Lydia Rippey Elementary is a public elementary school in Aztec, NM, part of AZTEC. Lydia Rippey Elementary serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lydia Rippey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Lydia Rippey Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Lydia Rippey Elementary 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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Lydia Rippey Elementary — Students at Lydia Rippey Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Lydia Rippey Elementary Compares
See how Lydia Rippey Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
401 RIO PECOS ROAD, Aztec, NM 87410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lydia Rippey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Farmington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Aztec, see our Aztec schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| VISTA NUEVA HIGH Aztec | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| AZTEC HIGH Aztec | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield | 7.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MESA ALTA JR HIGH Bloomfield | 8.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield | 8.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT Bloomfield | 9.0 mi | 5.3 |
| FARMINGTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Farmington | 8.4 mi | 4.0 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST Farmington | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY Farmington | 8.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington | 8.5 mi | — |
| PIEDRA VISTA HIGH Farmington | 9.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CASA MONTESSORI Farmington | 10.0 mi | — |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 10.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington | 10.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,283
Median Home Value
$192,600
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
14,372
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.6 |
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho, NM | 7.6 |
| ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 7.5 |
| MILITARY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 7.5 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.5 |
| NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lydia Rippey Elementary
What grades does Lydia Rippey Elementary serve?
Lydia Rippey Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Lydia Rippey Elementary?
Lydia Rippey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lydia Rippey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lydia Rippey Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lydia Rippey Elementary rank in NM?
Lydia Rippey Elementary ranks #168 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Lydia Rippey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lydia Rippey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lydia Rippey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lydia Rippey Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lydia Rippey Elementary a charter school?
No, Lydia Rippey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lydia Rippey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lydia Rippey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lydia Rippey Elementary?
0.8% of students at Lydia Rippey 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (575) 334-9474
Resources & Links
District
AZTEC- District Enrollment
- 2,522
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,624
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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