Serving 663 students in grades 6-8, Berrendo Middle 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 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berrendo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Berrendo Middle School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berrendo Middle 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 Berrendo Middle 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
#284 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
56%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
41%
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%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berrendo Middle School's ranking?
Berrendo Middle School is ranked #284 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Berrendo Middle School often compared to?
Berrendo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Middle School, Sidney Gutierrez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Berrendo Middle School?
663 students attend Berrendo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Berrendo Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berrendo Middle School?
Berrendo Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berrendo Middle School offer ?
Berrendo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Berrendo Middle School part of?
Berrendo Middle School is part of Roswell Independent Schools School District.
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