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Penasco Elementary
Elementary School · ARTESIA
12 DUNKIN ROAD, Hope, NM 88250
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Penasco Elementary
Elementary School in Hope · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Penasco Elementary
Penasco Elementary is a public elementary school in Hope, NM, part of ARTESIA. Penasco Elementary serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Penasco Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, Penasco 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 9:1 students to teachers, Penasco Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Penasco 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 12 DUNKIN ROAD, Hope, NM 88250
- Website
- bulldogs.org/penasco
- Phone
- (575) 746-3585
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
12 DUNKIN ROAD, Hope, NM 88250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penasco Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HONDO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 34.5 miles away, in nearby Hondo). Another option is SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY (rated 6.7/10, 42.8 miles away, in nearby Ruidoso). Additionally, WHITE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 42.9 miles away, in nearby Ruidoso). For more schools in Hope, see our Hope schools guide .
Nearby Schools
6 within 42.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HONDO ELEMENTARY Hondo | 34.5 mi | 8.8 |
| HONDO HIGH Hondo | 34.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RUIDOSO HIGH Ruidoso | 42.0 mi | 6.6 |
| RUIDOSO MIDDLE Ruidoso | 42.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY Ruidoso | 42.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Ruidoso | 42.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,667
Population
122
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
54.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penasco Elementary
What grades does Penasco Elementary serve?
Penasco Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Penasco Elementary?
Penasco Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penasco Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Penasco Elementary is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Penasco Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Penasco Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Penasco Elementary a charter school?
No, Penasco Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Penasco Elementary a Title I school?
No, Penasco Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penasco Elementary?
38.9% of students at Penasco 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
- 3 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chaves County
- Phone
- (575) 746-3585
Resources & Links
District
ARTESIA- District Enrollment
- 3,722
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
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