Serving 139 students in grades 1-8, Belen Family School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belen Family School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Belen Family School's student population of 139 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Belen Family School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belen Family School is 0.47, 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
#42 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
67%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belen Family School's ranking?
Belen Family School is ranked #42 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Belen Family School often compared to?
Belen Family Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Merced Elementary School, Gil Sanchez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Belen Family School?
139 students attend Belen Family School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Belen Family School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belen Family School?
Belen Family School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belen Family School offer ?
Belen Family School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belen Family School part of?
Belen Family School is part of Belen School District.
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