Serving 94 students in grades 6-8, Santa Rosa Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Rosa Middle serves the eastern part of the Santa Rosa, NM school district, encompassing an area of approximately 1,585.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 18.2 miles, while the furthest edge reaches up to 36.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Rosa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Santa Rosa Middle School's student population of 94 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Santa Rosa Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Rosa Middle School is 0.04, 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
#145 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
23%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Rosa Middle School's ranking?
Santa Rosa Middle School is ranked #145 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Santa Rosa Middle School?
94 students attend Santa Rosa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Santa Rosa Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Rosa Middle School?
Santa Rosa Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santa Rosa Middle School offer ?
Santa Rosa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Rosa Middle School part of?
Santa Rosa Middle School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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