Serving 29 students in grades 6-8, Coronado 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coronado Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Coronado Middle School's student population of 29 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Coronado 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 Coronado Middle School is 0.36, 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
#492 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
79%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
11%
6%
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 Coronado Middle School's ranking?
Coronado Middle School is ranked #492 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Coronado Middle School?
29 students attend Coronado Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Coronado Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coronado Middle School?
Coronado Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coronado Middle School offer ?
Coronado Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coronado Middle School part of?
Coronado Middle School is part of Jemez Mtn School District.
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