Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Hermosa 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 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hermosa Middle School serves the northern part of Farmington, NM, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school's edge, and the furthest point being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermosa Middle School's student population of 622 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Hermosa 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 Hermosa Middle School is 0.74, 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
#287 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
27%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
30%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
31%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermosa Middle School's ranking?
Hermosa Middle School is ranked #287 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hermosa Middle School often compared to?
Hermosa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights Middle School, Tibbetts Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hermosa Middle School?
622 students attend Hermosa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Hermosa Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermosa Middle School?
Hermosa Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hermosa Middle School offer ?
Hermosa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermosa Middle School part of?
Hermosa Middle School is part of Farmington School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Terrible school and terribly unproductive and insufficient staff. Home school your kiddos before enrolling them here where irreparable damage can occur to students.
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