Texico Elementary

Texico Elementary serves 251 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the small rural community of Texico, New Mexico. With 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranking #151 out of 874 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 83rd percentile.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts and reading, with 52% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance shows room for growth, with 37% of students meeting proficiency standards. Located on North Griffin Street in Curry County, Texico Elementary sits in a close-knit rural community of approximately 1,350 residents.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects a working-class character, with a median household income of $65,855 and median home values around $110,500. The area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%, contributing to a stable learning environment. Texico Elementary provides small-town educational experience where students benefit from a tight-knit community atmosphere and personalized attention in their formative academic years.

Located in a rural area, Texico Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.