Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Heizer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Math Proficiency: 10%
- Reading Proficiency: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heizer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Heizer Middle School's student population of 629 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Heizer Middle School is 0.25, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
86%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Heizer Middle School often compared to?
Heizer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Middle School, Houston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Heizer Middle School?
629 students attend Heizer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Heizer Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heizer Middle School?
Heizer Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heizer Middle School offer ?
Heizer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heizer Middle School part of?
Heizer Middle School is part of Hobbs Municipal Schools School District.
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