Serving 434 students in grades 6-8, Ruidoso 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruidoso Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruidoso Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ruidoso Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruidoso Middle School is 0.60, 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
#157 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
13%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
56%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruidoso Middle School's ranking?
Ruidoso Middle School is ranked #157 out of 217 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend Ruidoso Middle School?
434 students attend Ruidoso Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ruidoso Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruidoso Middle School?
Ruidoso Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruidoso Middle School offer ?
Ruidoso Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ruidoso Middle School part of?
Ruidoso Middle School is part of Ruidoso Municipal Schools School District.
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