Serving 127 students in grades 6-8, Newcomb 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newcomb Middle serves the southern part of the Newcomb, NM school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,517.9 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 31 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcomb Middle School's student population of 127 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Newcomb 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 Newcomb Middle School is 0.30, 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
#777 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
83%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcomb Middle School's ranking?
Newcomb Middle School is ranked #777 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Newcomb Middle School?
127 students attend Newcomb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Newcomb Middle School students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcomb Middle School?
Newcomb Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newcomb Middle School offer ?
Newcomb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcomb Middle School part of?
Newcomb Middle School is part of Central School District.
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