Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocotillo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocotillo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocotillo Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ocotillo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocotillo Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
62%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
31%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Carlsbad School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocotillo Elementary School's ranking?
Ocotillo Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ocotillo Elementary School?
621 students attend Ocotillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ocotillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocotillo Elementary School?
Ocotillo Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ocotillo Elementary School offer ?
Ocotillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocotillo Elementary School part of?
Ocotillo Elementary School is part of Carlsbad School District.
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