Below Average
#777 of 864 schools in NM
Yucca Elementary
Elementary School · ARTESIA
900 N. 13TH STREET, Artesia, NM 88210
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#777 of 864
In Artesia
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
ARTESIA
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Yucca Elementary
Elementary School in Artesia · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yucca Elementary
Yucca Elementary is a public elementary school in Artesia, NM, part of ARTESIA. Yucca Elementary serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yucca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #777 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Yucca Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Yucca Elementary — Students at Yucca Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.7%
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: 2.6/10.
How Yucca Elementary Compares
See how Yucca 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
900 N. 13TH STREET, Artesia, NM 88210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yucca Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSELAWN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Artesia, see our Artesia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARTESIA PARK JUNIOR HIGH Artesia | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSELAWN ELEMENTARY Artesia | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur | 10.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKE ARTHUR HIGH Lake Arthur | 10.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKE ARTHUR MIDDLE Lake Arthur | 10.6 mi | — |
| HAGERMAN MIDDLE Hagerman | 19.2 mi | 7.8 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman | 19.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN HIGH Hagerman | 19.2 mi | 4.9 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY Dexter | 24.1 mi | 6.6 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 24.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DEXTER MIDDLE Dexter | 24.2 mi | 8.2 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 28.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 29.5 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 29.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,423
Median Home Value
$213,900
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
18,542
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
31.4
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| ADOBE ACRES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
| BELLEHAVEN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
| TUCUMCARI ELEMENTARY Tucumcari, NM | 4.3 |
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 4.2 |
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock, NM | 4.4 |
| DOLORES GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yucca Elementary
What grades does Yucca Elementary serve?
Yucca Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Yucca Elementary?
Yucca Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yucca Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yucca Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yucca Elementary rank in NM?
Yucca Elementary ranks #777 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Yucca Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yucca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Yucca Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yucca Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Yucca Elementary a charter school?
No, Yucca Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yucca Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yucca Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yucca Elementary?
47.7% of students at Yucca 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (575) 746-3585
Resources & Links
District
ARTESIA- District Enrollment
- 3,722
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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