Serving 226 students in grades 3-6, Raton 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 15% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raton Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Raton Intermediate's student population of 226 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Raton Intermediate is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
68%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Raton Intermediate?
226 students attend Raton Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Raton Intermediate students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raton Intermediate?
Raton Intermediate has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raton Intermediate offer ?
Raton Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Raton Intermediate part of?
Raton Intermediate is part of Raton Public Schools School District.
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