Serving 66 students in grades 6-8, Fort Sumner 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Sumner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Sumner Middle School's student population of 66 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Sumner Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Sumner Middle School is 0.54, 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
#124 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
58%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Sumner Middle School's ranking?
Fort Sumner Middle School is ranked #124 out of 217 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend Fort Sumner Middle School?
66 students attend Fort Sumner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fort Sumner Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Sumner Middle School?
Fort Sumner Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Sumner Middle School offer ?
Fort Sumner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fort Sumner Middle School part of?
Fort Sumner Middle School is part of Fort Sumner Municipal Schools School District.
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