Summary:
The 87375 zip code is home to a single public elementary school, Chee Dodge Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 251 students. The school is part of the Gallup school district, which is ranked 73 out of 82 districts in New Mexico and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Chee Dodge Elementary's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates on state assessments, is generally below the district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. However, the school's proficiency rates in 5th grade Science are higher than the district and state averages. The school has a very high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 94.42%, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges. The school's student-teacher ratio of 19.3 is slightly higher than the typical recommended range.
Despite the challenges, Chee Dodge Elementary's performance appears to be stronger than the Gallup district averages, particularly in Science. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, moving from a 2-star to a 3-star rating, suggesting potential for improvement. As the only school in the 87375 zip code, the community likely relies heavily on Chee Dodge Elementary to provide quality education for its students, and continued support and investment in the school's resources and programs could be crucial for the academic and social-emotional development of the local student population.
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