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Desert Hills Elementary

280 North Roadrunner Pkwy, Las Cruces, NM 88011, United States
+1 (575) 527-9619
http://deserthills.lcps.net/o/dhes
4.5
Overall Rating

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Desert Hills Elementary Overview

About This School

Desert Hills Elementary is a public elementary in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving 502 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 56% in ELA and 34% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,051. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown includes 68% Hispanic, 21% White, 5% Asian, 3% Black, and 3% students of two or more races.

502
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
41 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts56%
Mathematics34%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Doña Ana County
Students per Counselor
502:1

Desert Hills Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

56%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 34%
34%
Mathematics
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 25%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
502
Students per Counselor

Desert Hills Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
41

Average Teacher Salary

$79,051
City Avg: $79,810
State Avg: $70,053

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor502:1

Desert Hills Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.59%
Male
48.41%
Female
Total Enrollment: 502 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White20.52%
Hispanic67.73%
Asian5.18%
Black2.59%
Two or More Races3.19%
Native American0.8%

Desert Hills Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Hills Elementary

Q: What is Desert Hills Elementary?

A: Desert Hills Elementary is a elementary public located in Las Cruces.

Q: How many students attend Desert Hills Elementary?

A: Desert Hills Elementary has approximately 502 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Desert Hills Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Desert Hills Elementary

Desert Hills Elementary is a public elementary in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving 502 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 56% in ELA and 34% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,051. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown includes 68% Hispanic, 21% White, 5% Asian, 3% Black, and 3% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Desert Hills Elementary - Las Cruces, NM

Quick Facts about Desert Hills Elementary
School NameDesert Hills Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location280 North Roadrunner Pkwy, Las Cruces, NM 88011, Las Cruces, NM
CountyDoña Ana County
Phone+1 (575) 527-9619
Total Students502
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers41
Rating4.5/10
ELA Proficiency56%
Math Proficiency34%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Hills Elementary

What is Desert Hills Elementary?

Desert Hills Elementary is a elementary public located in Las Cruces.

How many students attend Desert Hills Elementary?

Desert Hills Elementary has approximately 502 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Hills Elementary is 12:1.

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