Serving 70 students in grades 6-8, Magdalena 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magdalena Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Magdalena Middle School's student population of 70 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Magdalena Middle School is 0.63, 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)
(16-17)6-9%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
27%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
22%
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 (05-06)
9%
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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
How many students attend Magdalena Middle School?
70 students attend Magdalena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Magdalena Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are American Indian, 22% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magdalena Middle School?
Magdalena Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magdalena Middle School offer ?
Magdalena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Magdalena Middle School part of?
Magdalena Middle School is part of Magdalena Municipal Schools School District.
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