Serving 436 students in grades 7-8, Kirtland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirtland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kirtland Middle School's student population of 436 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirtland Middle School is 0.35, 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)13%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
80%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Kirtland Middle School?
436 students attend Kirtland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Kirtland Middle School students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirtland Middle School?
Kirtland Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kirtland Middle School offer ?
Kirtland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kirtland Middle School part of?
Kirtland Middle School is part of Central Consolidated Schools School District.
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