Serving 68 students in grades 5-8, Eagle Nest Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle Nest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Eagle Nest Middle School's student population of 68 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle Nest Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagle Nest Middle School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#270 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
46%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Nest Middle School's ranking?
Eagle Nest Middle School is ranked #270 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Eagle Nest Middle School?
68 students attend Eagle Nest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Eagle Nest Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Nest Middle School?
Eagle Nest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle Nest Middle School offer ?
Eagle Nest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Eagle Nest Middle School part of?
Eagle Nest Middle School is part of Cimarron Municipal Schools School District.
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