Serving 800 students in grades 6-8, Mesa 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Math Proficiency: 10%
- Reading Proficiency: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mesa Middle School's student population of 800 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mesa Middle School is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mesa Middle School often compared to?
Mesa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy, Picacho Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Middle School?
800 students attend Mesa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mesa Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Middle School?
Mesa Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mesa Middle School offer ?
Mesa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mesa Middle School part of?
Mesa Middle School is part of Las Cruces Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2014
Wonderful, caring teachers and administrators. New school; safe; using the latest technology... I highly recommend MMS!
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