ARTESIA
3,729 Students
10 Schools
District Overview
Situated at 1106 West Quay Avenue in Artesia, New Mexico, Artesia Public Schools operates as a vibrant, traditional public school district serving the educational needs of a distinct remote town community within the greater Carlsbad-Artesia metropolitan region. Serving students from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade, the district maintains an active operating status across its 10 physical campuses. With a central web presence at bulldogs.org, the district provides an accessible, unified network for local families, hosting a dynamic body of 3,729 enrolled students who transition through comprehensive early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary academic programs.
Behind the district's broad academic offerings is a robust professional workforce of approximately 973 full-time equivalent staff members dedicated to fostering student success. This staffing context includes more than 513 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by roughly 64 instructional aides and nearly 396 dedicated support personnel, ensuring tailored instruction and operational excellence across all grade levels. The district's student body reflects a rich cultural demographic, predominantly comprising Hispanic and White students alongside American Indian, Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, and multiracial learners. For families, students, and educational researchers alike, Artesia Public Schools stands out as a foundational pillar of its region, combining strong community roots with expansive instructional support.
Behind the district's broad academic offerings is a robust professional workforce of approximately 973 full-time equivalent staff members dedicated to fostering student success. This staffing context includes more than 513 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by roughly 64 instructional aides and nearly 396 dedicated support personnel, ensuring tailored instruction and operational excellence across all grade levels. The district's student body reflects a rich cultural demographic, predominantly comprising Hispanic and White students alongside American Indian, Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, and multiracial learners. For families, students, and educational researchers alike, Artesia Public Schools stands out as a foundational pillar of its region, combining strong community roots with expansive instructional support.
10
Total Schools
3,729
Total Students
513.2
Full-Time Teachers
7.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,249 |
| Hispanic | 2,351 |
| Black | 33 |
| Asian | 21 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 44 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic2,351 (63.0%)
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White1,249 (33.5%)
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American Indian44 (1.2%)
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Black33 (0.9%)
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Two or More28 (0.8%)
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Asian21 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 7 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 10 |
| Students: | 3,729* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 513.2* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.3 |
Schools in ARTESIA
Found 10 Schools
806 Students
High School 10th - 12th
539 Students
Secondary School 8th - 9th
550 Students
Middle School 6th - 7th
149 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
348 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K
311 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
19 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
171 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
482 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
354 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th