Serving 660 students in grades 6-8, Heights Middle School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heights Middle School serves the northern part of Farmington, NM, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 67.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heights Middle School's student population of 660 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Heights 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 Heights Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#337 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
28%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heights Middle School's ranking?
Heights Middle School is ranked #337 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Heights Middle School often compared to?
Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermosa Middle School, Tibbetts Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Heights Middle School?
660 students attend Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Heights Middle School students are White, 28% of students are American Indian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heights Middle School?
Heights Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heights Middle School offer ?
Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heights Middle School part of?
Heights Middle School is part of Farmington School District.
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