Serving 475 students in grades 7-8, Belen 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 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belen Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Belen school district, covering approximately 1,080.5 square miles in Belen, NM. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of about 15.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 32.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belen Middle School's student population of 475 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Loyal and True
School Rankings
Belen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belen Middle School is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#606 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.3%
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 (15-16)
2%
4%
Showing 2006–2016. Full 16-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 Belen Middle School's ranking?
Belen Middle School is ranked #606 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Belen Middle School often compared to?
Belen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belen Family School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Belen Middle School?
475 students attend Belen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Belen Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belen Middle School?
Belen Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belen Middle School offer ?
Belen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belen Middle School part of?
Belen Middle School is part of Belen School District.
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