Serving 546 students in grades 6-7, Artesia Zia Intermediate ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 6-7
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Artesia Zia Intermediate's student population of 546 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Artesia Zia Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Artesia Zia Intermediate 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
#235 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Artesia Zia Intermediate's ranking?
Artesia Zia Intermediate is ranked #235 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Artesia Zia Intermediate?
546 students attend Artesia Zia Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Artesia Zia Intermediate students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Artesia Zia Intermediate?
Artesia Zia Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Artesia Zia Intermediate offer ?
Artesia Zia Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Artesia Zia Intermediate part of?
Artesia Zia Intermediate is part of Artesia School District.
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