Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Holloman Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holloman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Holloman Middle School's student population of 172 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holloman Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holloman Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#111 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
28%
62%
Black
10%
2%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holloman Middle School's ranking?
Holloman Middle School is ranked #111 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Holloman Middle School often compared to?
Holloman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Middle School, High Rolls Mountain Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Holloman Middle School?
172 students attend Holloman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Holloman Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holloman Middle School?
Holloman Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holloman Middle School offer ?
Holloman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Holloman Middle School part of?
Holloman Middle School is part of Alamogordo School District.
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