Serving 316 students in grades 7-8, Mesa Alta Jr High 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 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MESA ALTA JR HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bloomfield school district, covering an area of approximately 1,499.4 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 21.5 miles, with the furthest edge located 53.5 miles away, and typical drive times to the school range from 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa Alta Jr High School's student population of 316 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mesa Alta Jr High 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 Mesa Alta Jr High School is 0.70, 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
#593 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
39%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
29%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Alta Jr High School's ranking?
Mesa Alta Jr High School is ranked #593 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Alta Jr High School?
316 students attend Mesa Alta Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mesa Alta Jr High School students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Alta Jr High School?
Mesa Alta Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesa Alta Jr High School offer ?
Mesa Alta Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa Alta Jr High School part of?
Mesa Alta Jr High School is part of Bloomfield School District.
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