Serving 27 students in grades 6-8, Lake Arthur Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Arthur Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Arthur Middle School's student population of 27 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur Middle School is 0.52, 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
#295 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
29%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
22%
6%
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 Lake Arthur Middle School's ranking?
Lake Arthur Middle School is ranked #295 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lake Arthur Middle School?
27 students attend Lake Arthur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lake Arthur Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Arthur Middle School?
Lake Arthur Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Arthur Middle School offer ?
Lake Arthur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Arthur Middle School part of?
Lake Arthur Middle School is part of Lake Arthur School District.
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