Serving 719 students in grades 7-8, Los Lunas 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 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Lunas Middle serves the northwest part of its school district in Los Lunas, NM, covering an area of approximately 293.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 29.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Lunas Middle School's student population of 719 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas Middle School is 0.40, 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
#439 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)14.7%
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 (15-16)
10%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-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 Los Lunas Middle School's ranking?
Los Lunas Middle School is ranked #439 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Los Lunas Middle School often compared to?
Los Lunas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Los Lunas Middle School?
719 students attend Los Lunas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Los Lunas Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Lunas Middle School?
Los Lunas Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Lunas Middle School offer ?
Los Lunas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Lunas Middle School part of?
Los Lunas Middle School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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