Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, West Las Vegas 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 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: 20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Las Vegas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Las Vegas Middle School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Las Vegas Middle School is 0.15, 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)8%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
92%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
7%
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 (04-05)
15%
10%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend West Las Vegas Middle School?
320 students attend West Las Vegas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Las Vegas Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Las Vegas Middle School?
West Las Vegas Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Las Vegas Middle School offer ?
West Las Vegas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Las Vegas Middle School part of?
West Las Vegas Middle School is part of West Las Vegas Public Schools School District.
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