Serving 29 students in grades 6-8, San Jon Middle School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: San Jon Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 636.3 square miles in San Jon, NM, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 17.9 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the zone is about 25.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Jon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Jon Middle School's student population of 29 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Jon 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 San Jon Middle School is 0.25, 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
#272 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jon Middle School's ranking?
San Jon Middle School is ranked #272 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend San Jon Middle School?
29 students attend San Jon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of San Jon Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jon Middle School?
San Jon Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does San Jon Middle School offer ?
San Jon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Jon Middle School part of?
San Jon Middle School is part of San Jon School District.
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