Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Tibbetts 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tibbetts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tibbetts Middle School's student population of 719 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tibbetts Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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)19%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
54%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 schools are Tibbetts Middle School often compared to?
Tibbetts Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermosa Middle School, Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Tibbetts Middle School?
719 students attend Tibbetts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Tibbetts Middle School students are American Indian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tibbetts Middle School?
Tibbetts Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tibbetts Middle School offer ?
Tibbetts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tibbetts Middle School part of?
Tibbetts Middle School is part of Farmington Municipal Schools School District.
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