Serving 605 students in grades 7-8, Santa Teresa Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Teresa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santa Teresa Middle School's student population of 605 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Teresa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Teresa Middle School is 0.06, 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
#93 out of 217 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
97%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
2%
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 (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Teresa Middle School's ranking?
Santa Teresa Middle School is ranked #93 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Santa Teresa Middle School often compared to?
Santa Teresa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Nm Corrections, Sierra Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend Santa Teresa Middle School?
605 students attend Santa Teresa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Santa Teresa Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Teresa Middle School?
Santa Teresa Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Teresa Middle School offer ?
Santa Teresa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Santa Teresa Middle School part of?
Santa Teresa Middle School is part of Gadsden Independent Schools School District.
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