Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Camino Real 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% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camino Real Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Camino Real Middle School's student population of 928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Camino Real 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 Camino Real Middle School is 0.46, 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
#268 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camino Real Middle School's ranking?
Camino Real Middle School is ranked #268 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Camino Real Middle School often compared to?
Camino Real Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Middle School, Sierra Middle School, Picacho Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Camino Real Middle School?
928 students attend Camino Real Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Camino Real Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camino Real Middle School?
Camino Real Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Camino Real Middle School offer ?
Camino Real Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camino Real Middle School part of?
Camino Real Middle School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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