Laguna Middle School serves 104 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Science Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laguna Middle School's student population of 104 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laguna Middle School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
75%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Laguna Middle School?
104 students attend Laguna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Laguna Middle School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laguna Middle School?
Laguna Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laguna Middle School offer ?
Laguna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Laguna Middle School part of?
Laguna Middle School is part of Laguna Middle School District.
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