Serving 253 students in grades 6-8, Hatch Valley 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 11% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hatch Valley Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hatch, NM, covering approximately 1,125.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 53.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hatch Valley Middle School's student population of 253 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hatch Valley 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 Hatch Valley Middle School is 0.06, 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
#588 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
97%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatch Valley Middle School's ranking?
Hatch Valley Middle School is ranked #588 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hatch Valley Middle School often compared to?
Hatch Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gadsden Middle School, J Paul Taylor Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hatch Valley Middle School?
253 students attend Hatch Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hatch Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hatch Valley Middle School?
Hatch Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hatch Valley Middle School offer ?
Hatch Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatch Valley Middle School part of?
Hatch Valley Middle School is part of Hatch Valley School District.
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