Serving 36 students in grades 6-8, Mountainair Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountainair Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mountainair, NM, covering approximately 950.7 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 17.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 32.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountainair Jr High School's student population of 36 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Mountainair 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 Mountainair Jr High School is 0.53, 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
#440 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
64%
63%
Black
11%
2%
White
22%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountainair Jr High School's ranking?
Mountainair Jr High School is ranked #440 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mountainair Jr High School?
36 students attend Mountainair Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mountainair Jr High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountainair Jr High School?
Mountainair Jr High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountainair Jr High School offer ?
Mountainair Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountainair Jr High School part of?
Mountainair Jr High School is part of Mountainair School District.
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