Serving 242 students in grades 6-8, Crownpoint Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crownpoint Middle School's student population of 242 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crownpoint 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 Crownpoint Middle School is 0.48, 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
#430 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
69%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
6%
20%
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
94%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crownpoint Middle School's ranking?
Crownpoint Middle School is ranked #430 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Crownpoint Middle School?
242 students attend Crownpoint Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Crownpoint Middle School students are American Indian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crownpoint Middle School?
Crownpoint Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crownpoint Middle School offer ?
Crownpoint Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crownpoint Middle School part of?
Crownpoint Middle School is part of Gallup School District.
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