LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the AZTEC school district, located in AZTEC, NM with about 421 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY School, located in Aztec, New Mexico, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Aztec Municipal School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the holistic development of its students, emphasizing academic achievement, character growth, and the cultivation of essential social skills. The school aims to provide a rigorous curriculum that meets state standards while integrating various resources to ensure that students from diverse backgrounds have the tools they need to succeed in their foundational years.

Beyond academics, LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY places a strong emphasis on building a collaborative community that involves students, teachers, parents, and the local Aztec community. By promoting a positive school culture, the staff strives to instill a lifelong love of learning and curiosity in their students. Through its commitment to excellence and inclusive practices, the school works to prepare its young learners for a smooth transition to middle school and beyond, acting as a cornerstone for growth within the Rio Pecos community.

For more information, contact LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY at (505) 334-9474 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.