Serving 72 students in grades 6-8, Melrose Junior ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Melrose Junior's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Melrose, NM, spanning approximately 717.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 18.7 miles and the furthest edge located 32.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melrose Junior's student population of 72 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Melrose Junior ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melrose Junior is 0.49, 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
#177 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
64%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 20-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 Melrose Junior's ranking?
Melrose Junior is ranked #177 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Melrose Junior?
72 students attend Melrose Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Melrose Junior students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose Junior?
Melrose Junior has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melrose Junior offer ?
Melrose Junior offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose Junior part of?
Melrose Junior is part of Melrose School District.
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