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Desert Star Elementary

400 S Washington Ave, Alamogordo, NM 88310, United States
+1 (575) 812-5750
http://www.aps4kids.org
2.5
Overall Rating

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Desert Star Elementary Overview

About This School

Desert Star Elementary is a public elementary in Alamogordo, New Mexico, serving 466 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 29% proficiency in ELA and 21% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $83,435. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 56% Hispanic, 30% White, 8% Two or More Races, 4% Black, and 1% Asian students.

466
Total Students
K-5
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts29%
Mathematics21%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Otero County
Students per Counselor
466:1

Desert Star Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

29%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 36%State Avg: 34%
21%
Mathematics
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 25%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.4:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
466
Students per Counselor

Desert Star Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
30

Average Teacher Salary

$83,435
City Avg: $83,435
State Avg: $70,053

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor466:1

Desert Star Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

54.08%
Male
45.92%
Female
Total Enrollment: 466 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White29.61%
Hispanic55.79%
Asian1.29%
Black4.29%
Two or More Races7.94%
Native American1.07%

Desert Star Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Star Elementary

Q: What is Desert Star Elementary?

A: Desert Star Elementary is a elementary public located in Alamogordo.

Q: How many students attend Desert Star Elementary?

A: Desert Star Elementary has approximately 466 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Star Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Desert Star Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Desert Star Elementary

Desert Star Elementary is a public elementary in Alamogordo, New Mexico, serving 466 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 29% proficiency in ELA and 21% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $83,435. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 56% Hispanic, 30% White, 8% Two or More Races, 4% Black, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
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About Desert Star Elementary - Alamogordo, NM

Quick Facts about Desert Star Elementary
School NameDesert Star Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location400 S Washington Ave, Alamogordo, NM 88310, Alamogordo, NM
CountyOtero County
Phone+1 (575) 812-5750
Total Students466
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers30
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency29%
Math Proficiency21%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Star Elementary

What is Desert Star Elementary?

Desert Star Elementary is a elementary public located in Alamogordo.

How many students attend Desert Star Elementary?

Desert Star Elementary has approximately 466 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Star Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Star Elementary is 15:1.

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