Serving 27 students in grades 5-6, Animas Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Animas Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Animas, NM, covering approximately 2,310.7 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 28.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 55.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Animas Middle School's student population of 27 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we can do anything!
School Rankings
Animas Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animas Middle School is 0.58, 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
#172 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
White
48%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animas Middle School's ranking?
Animas Middle School is ranked #172 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Animas Middle School?
27 students attend Animas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Animas Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animas Middle School?
Animas Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Animas Middle School offer ?
Animas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Animas Middle School part of?
Animas Middle School is part of Animas School District.
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