Serving 362 students in grades 6-8, Thoreau 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 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thoreau Middle School's student population of 362 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 193% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Motto
Learning is the Key to a Brighter Future
School Rankings
Thoreau 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 Thoreau Middle School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
62%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
9%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thoreau Middle School's ranking?
Thoreau Middle School is ranked #732 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Thoreau Middle School?
362 students attend Thoreau Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Thoreau Middle School students are American Indian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thoreau Middle School?
Thoreau Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thoreau Middle School offer ?
Thoreau Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thoreau Middle School part of?
Thoreau Middle School is part of Gallup School District.
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