Serving 30 students in grades 6-8, San Jon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Jon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
San Jon Middle School's student population of 30 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Jon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Jon Middle School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 217 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
47%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
53%
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
57%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jon Middle School's ranking?
San Jon Middle School is ranked #31 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend San Jon Middle School?
30 students attend San Jon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of San Jon Middle School students are White, and 47% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Jon Middle School?
San Jon Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Jon Middle School offer ?
San Jon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Jon Middle School part of?
San Jon Middle School is part of San Jon Municipal Schools School District.
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