Serving 650 students in grades 7-8, Gadsden Middle School ranks in the top 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 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gadsden Middle serves the northwest part of the Anthony, NM school district, covering an area of approximately 521 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 40.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gadsden Middle School's student population of 650 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Bridging Borders, Building Futures, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Gadsden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden Middle School is 0.04, 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
#398 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden Middle School's ranking?
Gadsden Middle School is ranked #398 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Gadsden Middle School often compared to?
Gadsden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Middle School, Hatch Valley Middle School, Camino Real Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Gadsden Middle School?
650 students attend Gadsden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Gadsden Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gadsden Middle School?
Gadsden Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gadsden Middle School offer ?
Gadsden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gadsden Middle School part of?
Gadsden Middle School is part of Gadsden School District.
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