Serving 64 students in grades 6-8, Cochiti 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cochiti Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cochiti Middle School's student population of 64 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cochiti Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cochiti Middle School is 0.33, 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
#739 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
80%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
24%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cochiti Middle School's ranking?
Cochiti Middle School is ranked #739 out of 810 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cochiti Middle School?
64 students attend Cochiti Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cochiti Middle School students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cochiti Middle School?
Cochiti Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cochiti Middle School offer ?
Cochiti Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cochiti Middle School part of?
Cochiti Middle School is part of Bernalillo School District.
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