Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, C.v. Koogler 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Aztec, NM, covering approximately 425.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 34.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
C.v. Koogler Middle School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'INSPIRED | SAFE | FULFILLED'
School Rankings
C.v. Koogler 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 C.v. Koogler Middle School is 0.67, 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
#471 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
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)
9%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C.v. Koogler Middle School's ranking?
C.v. Koogler Middle School is ranked #471 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend C.v. Koogler Middle School?
521 students attend C.v. Koogler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of C.v. Koogler Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C.v. Koogler Middle School?
C.v. Koogler Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does C.v. Koogler Middle School offer ?
C.v. Koogler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C.v. Koogler Middle School part of?
C.v. Koogler Middle School is part of Aztec School District.
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