Serving 70 students in grades 7-12, Animas 7-12 School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animas 7-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Animas 7-12 School's student population of 70 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Animas 7-12 School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animas 7-12 School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
37%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
59%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animas 7-12 School's ranking?
Animas 7-12 School is ranked #259 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Animas 7-12 School?
The graduation rate of Animas 7-12 School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Animas 7-12 School?
70 students attend Animas 7-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Animas 7-12 School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Animas 7-12 School?
Animas 7-12 School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Animas 7-12 School offer ?
Animas 7-12 School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Animas 7-12 School part of?
Animas 7-12 School is part of Animas School District.
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