Serving 843 students in grades 6-9, Houston 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 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Houston Middle School's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houston 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 Houston Middle School is 0.45, 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)
29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
71%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Middle School's ranking?
Houston 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 Houston Middle School often compared to?
Houston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Middle School, Heizer 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 Houston Middle School?
843 students attend Houston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Houston Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston Middle School?
Houston Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Middle School offer ?
Houston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Houston Middle School part of?
Houston Middle School is part of Hobbs Municipal Schools School District.
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