Serving 70 students in grades 6-8, Fort Sumner Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Sumner Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fort Sumner school district, covering approximately 2,334.3 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 26.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending as far as 45.7 miles from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Sumner Middle School's student population of 70 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Sumner Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Sumner Middle School is 0.53, 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
#195 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
60%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
The Vixen
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 #195 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Fort Sumner Middle School?
70 students attend Fort Sumner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Fort Sumner Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Sumner Middle School?
Fort Sumner Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Sumner Middle School offer ?
Fort Sumner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Sumner Middle School part of?
Fort Sumner Middle School is part of Fort Sumner School District.
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