Serving 210 students in grades 3-6, Tularosa Intermediate 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tularosa Intermediate's student population of 210 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tularosa Intermediate 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 Tularosa Intermediate is 0.67, 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
#503 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
24%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
46%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
25%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tularosa Intermediate's ranking?
Tularosa Intermediate is ranked #503 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tularosa Intermediate?
210 students attend Tularosa Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Tularosa Intermediate students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tularosa Intermediate?
Tularosa Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tularosa Intermediate offer ?
Tularosa Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tularosa Intermediate part of?
Tularosa Intermediate is part of Tularosa School District.
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