Cochiti Middle School

800 Quail Hill Trail
Pena Blanca, NM 87041
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 52 students in grades 6-8, Cochiti 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • : Bottom 50% in NM
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : Cochiti Middle serves the northeast part of Peña Blanca, NM, covering an area of approximately 73.5 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

School Overview

Cochiti Middle School's student population of 52 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Cochiti 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 Cochiti Middle School is 0.35, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#655 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

10-14%
24%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
34%
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
79%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
17%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.35

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
100%
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 (05-06)
24%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cochiti Middle School's ranking?
Cochiti Middle School is ranked #655 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cochiti Middle School?
52 students attend Cochiti Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cochiti Middle School students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cochiti Middle School?
Cochiti Middle School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cochiti Middle School offer ?
Cochiti Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cochiti Middle School part of?
Cochiti Middle School is part of Bernalillo School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 52 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : Cochiti Middle serves the northeast part of Peña Blanca, NM, covering an area of approximately 73.5 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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