Serving 105 students in grades 6-8, Cloudcroft Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 1,297.4 square miles in Cloudcroft, NM. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 26.8 miles and some areas extending up to 48.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cloudcroft Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cloudcroft Middle School's student population of 105 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe in Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Safety for ALL
School Rankings
Cloudcroft Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cloudcroft Middle School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly Green & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cloudcroft Middle School's ranking?
Cloudcroft Middle School is ranked #95 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cloudcroft Middle School often compared to?
Cloudcroft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Middle School, Cloudcroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cloudcroft Middle School?
105 students attend Cloudcroft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cloudcroft Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cloudcroft Middle School?
Cloudcroft Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloudcroft Middle School offer ?
Cloudcroft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloudcroft Middle School part of?
Cloudcroft Middle School is part of Cloudcroft School District.
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