Average
#454 of 864 schools in NM
Ojo Caliente Elementary
Middle School · MESA VISTA
HWY 285 JUNCTION 111, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
6.1
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
6.1
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#454 of 864
In Ojo Caliente
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
MESA VISTA
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Ojo Caliente Elementary
Ojo Caliente Elementary is a public middle school in Ojo Caliente, NM, part of MESA VISTA. Ojo Caliente Elementary serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Ojo Caliente Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ojo Caliente Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Ojo Caliente 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.
Test scores at Ojo Caliente Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ojo Caliente Elementary runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ojo Caliente Elementary — Students at Ojo Caliente Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Ojo Caliente Elementary Compares
See how Ojo Caliente Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
HWY 285 JUNCTION 111, Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ojo Caliente Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MESA VISTA MIDDLE (rated 8.1/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE (rated 5.7/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Espanola), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ojo Caliente, see our Ojo Caliente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESA VISTA HIGH Ojo Caliente | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MESA VISTA MIDDLE Ojo Caliente | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| EL RITO ELEMENTARY El Rito | 8.8 mi | 5.3 |
| VELARDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 12.9 mi | 4.5 |
| DIXON ELEMENTARY Espanola | 12.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 16.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 19.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 19.4 mi | 4.6 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 19.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 22.3 mi | 5.1 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 22.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 22.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 22.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 23.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ABIQUIU ELEMENTARY Abiquiu | 19.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 23.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 23.5 mi | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 23.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 23.8 mi | — |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 24.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,591
Median Home Value
$257,000
Population
1,400
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Median Age
47.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| QUESTA JR HIGH Questa, NM | 6.1 |
| CLAYTON JUNIOR HIGH Clayton, NM | 6.3 |
| KISER ELEMENTARY Clayton, NM | 6.3 |
| PENASCO MIDDLE Penasco, NM | 6.3 |
| CARRIZOZO MIDDLE Carrizozo, NM | 5.7 |
| COCHITI MIDDLE Pena Blanca, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ojo Caliente Elementary
What grades does Ojo Caliente Elementary serve?
Ojo Caliente Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Ojo Caliente Elementary?
Ojo Caliente Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ojo Caliente Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ojo Caliente Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ojo Caliente Elementary rank in NM?
Ojo Caliente Elementary ranks #454 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ojo Caliente Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ojo Caliente Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Ojo Caliente Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ojo Caliente Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ojo Caliente Elementary a charter school?
No, Ojo Caliente Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ojo Caliente Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ojo Caliente Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ojo Caliente Elementary?
27.0% of students at Ojo Caliente 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
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.6%
- Phone
- (575) 583-2316
Resources & Links
District
MESA VISTA- District Enrollment
- 256
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,728
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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