Serving 167 students in grades 7-8, Memorial 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Las Vegas, NM, covering approximately 1,266.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 15.7 miles and the furthest edge located 69.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 167 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial Middle School is 0.19, 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
#474 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #474 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
167 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Las Vegas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Middle School located?
Memorial Middle School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NM. There are 4 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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