Serving 25 students in grades 6-8, Carrizozo 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrizozo Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Carrizozo school district, encompassing approximately 1,728.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 24.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 35.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrizozo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carrizozo Middle School's student population of 25 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Carrizozo 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 Carrizozo Middle School is 0.53, 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
#638 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
40%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
56%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrizozo Middle School's ranking?
Carrizozo Middle School is ranked #638 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Carrizozo Middle School?
25 students attend Carrizozo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carrizozo Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrizozo Middle School?
Carrizozo Middle School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carrizozo Middle School offer ?
Carrizozo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrizozo Middle School part of?
Carrizozo Middle School is part of Carrizozo School District.
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