Serving 122 students in grades 6-8, Dulce 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 1% in NM)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dulce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dulce Middle School's student population of 122 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dulce Middle School is 0.13, 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)≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
93%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
15%
8%
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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Dulce Middle School?
122 students attend Dulce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dulce Middle School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dulce Middle School?
Dulce Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dulce Middle School offer ?
Dulce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dulce Middle School part of?
Dulce Middle School is part of Dulce Independent Schools School District.
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