Serving 226 students in grades 6-8, Crownpoint Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crownpoint Middle serves the northeast part of Crownpoint, NM, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,766.4 square miles. Families typically drive about 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 51.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crownpoint Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Crownpoint Middle School's student population of 226 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 261% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Crownpoint 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 Crownpoint Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#464 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
55%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
25%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
9%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crownpoint Middle School's ranking?
Crownpoint Middle School is ranked #464 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Crownpoint Middle School?
226 students attend Crownpoint Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Crownpoint Middle School students are American Indian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crownpoint Middle School?
Crownpoint Middle School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crownpoint Middle School offer ?
Crownpoint Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crownpoint Middle School part of?
Crownpoint Middle School is part of Gallup School District.
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