Serving 12 students in grades 6-8, House Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: House Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in House, NM, covering approximately 495.4 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
House Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
House Junior High School's student population of 12 students has grown by 300% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
House Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of House Junior High School is 0.54, 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
#68 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
2%
White
59%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
85%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-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 House Junior High School's ranking?
House Junior High School is ranked #68 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend House Junior High School?
12 students attend House Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of House Junior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of House Junior High School?
House Junior High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does House Junior High School offer ?
House Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is House Junior High School part of?
House Junior High School is part of House School District.
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