Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cochiti Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cochiti Elementary School's student population of 172 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cochiti Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
74%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
24%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Cochiti Elementary School?
172 students attend Cochiti Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cochiti Elementary School students are American Indian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cochiti Elementary School?
Cochiti Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cochiti Elementary School offer ?
Cochiti Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cochiti Elementary School part of?
Cochiti Elementary School is part of Bernalillo Public Schools School District.
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