Serving 527 students in grades 6-8, W D Gattis Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WD Gattis Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Clovis, NM school district, encompassing approximately 370.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
W D Gattis Middle School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
W D Gattis 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 W D Gattis Middle School is 0.58, 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
#270 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W D Gattis Middle School's ranking?
W D Gattis Middle School is ranked #270 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are W D Gattis Middle School often compared to?
W D Gattis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yucca Middle School, Marshall 6th Grade Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend W D Gattis Middle School?
527 students attend W D Gattis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of W D Gattis Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W D Gattis Middle School?
W D Gattis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does W D Gattis Middle School offer ?
W D Gattis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W D Gattis Middle School part of?
W D Gattis Middle School is part of Clovis School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Constant bullying and no help from faculty. I enrolled my student in Yucca and much happier.
1 10/10/2025
Not sure why this school is rated higher than Yucca. When we moved to this school district I was excited for my kids. Now that it has been six months I wish I could move back. After school activities are a joke. My kids grades have dropped. They are no longer excited to go to school. Can't wait for high school, hopefully we move by then.
5 10/10/2025
Its a really good school to me from personal experience there isnt bullying atleast i havent seen and there progams for music and sports and art is really good i enjoy it here
4 10/10/2025
As much as I said I hated it, good place, saw no bullying and the teachers were for the most part supportive, good music and sports programs, and overall an ok environment, a lot of negative students though that's just my point of view.
5 10/10/2025
Band program is best in Clovis, maybe even state! Honestly though, I can see why this school is rated higher than the others in the district. Our choir, vollyball team, and dance programs are also very awesome.
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