Serving 67 students in grades 6-8, Fort Sumner Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Sumner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Sumner Middle School's student population of 67 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Sumner Middle School 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 Fort Sumner 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
#194 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
61%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Sumner Middle School's ranking?
Fort Sumner Middle School is ranked #194 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Fort Sumner Middle School?
67 students attend Fort Sumner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Fort Sumner Middle School students are Hispanic, and 39% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Sumner Middle School?
Fort Sumner Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Sumner Middle School offer ?
Fort Sumner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fort Sumner Middle School part of?
Fort Sumner Middle School is part of Fort Sumner School District.
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