Very Good
#152 of 864 schools in NM
Top 18% in state
Yucca Heights Elementary
Elementary School · GADSDEN
580 ANGELINA BLVD, Chaparral, NM 88081
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#152 of 864
In Chaparral
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#9 of 26
GADSDEN
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Yucca Heights Elementary
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About Yucca Heights Elementary
Yucca Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Chaparral, NM, part of GADSDEN. Yucca Heights Elementary serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Yucca Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Yucca Heights Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Yucca Heights 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.
Score Breakdown
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Yucca Heights Elementary — Students at Yucca Heights Elementary score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 9 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: 8.3/10.
How Yucca Heights Elementary Compares
See how Yucca Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
580 ANGELINA BLVD, Chaparral, NM 88081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yucca Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH STAR EL (rated 8.5/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DESERTAIRE EL (rated 8.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chaparral, see our Chaparral schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY Anthony | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CHAPARRAL HIGH Anthony | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CHAPARRAL ON-TRACK PREK CENTER Chaparral | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| DESERT TRAIL ELEMENTARY Chaparral | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Chaparral | 4.8 mi | 8.6 |
| CHAPARRAL MIDDLE Chaparral | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA MESQUITE HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY El Paso | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| IDEA MESQUITE HILLS ACADEMY El Paso | 6.0 mi | 4.4 |
| DESERTAIRE EL El Paso | 8.4 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTH STAR EL El Paso | 8.6 mi | 8.5 |
| BARRON EL El Paso | 8.5 mi | 4.1 |
| TOM LEA JR EL El Paso | 9.1 mi | 6.8 |
| RICHARDSON MIDDLE El Paso | 9.0 mi | 6.0 |
| DR JOSEPH TORRES EL El Paso | 9.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PARKLAND EL El Paso | 9.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NIXON EL El Paso | 9.4 mi | 4.8 |
| NEWMAN EL El Paso | 10.0 mi | 4.5 |
| PARKLAND H S El Paso | 10.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ANDRESS H S El Paso | 10.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER #3 El Paso | 10.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,102
Median Home Value
$101,900
Median Rent
$874/mo
Population
18,334
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
31.8
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| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock, NM | 7.7 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 7.7 |
| DOUBLE EAGLE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.8 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.8 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.8 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Sunland Park, NM | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yucca Heights Elementary
What grades does Yucca Heights Elementary serve?
Yucca Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Yucca Heights Elementary?
Yucca Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yucca Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yucca Heights Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yucca Heights Elementary rank in NM?
Yucca Heights Elementary ranks #152 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Yucca Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yucca Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yucca Heights Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Yucca Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Yucca Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yucca Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yucca Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yucca Heights Elementary?
100.0% of students at Yucca Heights 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Otero County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (575) 824-8210
Resources & Links
District
GADSDEN- District Enrollment
- 12,130
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,250
- District Rank
- #9 of 26
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