Deming Intermediate

1750 Pear St. Sw
Deming, NM 88030
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 379 students in grades 6, Deming Intermediate 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 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 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
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in NM
  • : 23% (Top 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

School Overview

Deming Intermediate's student population of 379 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

School Rankings

Deming Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deming Intermediate is 0.20, 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)
#469 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
23%
24%
23%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
89%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.20
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
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 Deming Intermediate's ranking?
Deming Intermediate is ranked #469 out of 810 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Deming Intermediate?
379 students attend Deming Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Deming Intermediate students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deming Intermediate?
Deming Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deming Intermediate offer ?
Deming Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deming Intermediate part of?
Deming Intermediate is part of Deming School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 23% (Top 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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