Serving 373 students in grades 6-8, Ruidoso Middle School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruidoso Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Ruidoso, NM, encompassing approximately 164.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruidoso Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It is a Great Day to be a Warrior!
School Rankings
Ruidoso Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruidoso Middle School is 0.59, 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
#291 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
59%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
24%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruidoso Middle School's ranking?
Ruidoso Middle School is ranked #291 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ruidoso Middle School?
373 students attend Ruidoso Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ruidoso Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruidoso Middle School?
Ruidoso Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruidoso Middle School offer ?
Ruidoso Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruidoso Middle School part of?
Ruidoso Middle School is part of Ruidoso School District.
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