Serving 228 students in grades 6, Lovington 6th Grade Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovington 6th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lovington 6th Grade Academy's student population of 228 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Lovington 6th Grade Academy 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 Lovington 6th Grade Academy is 0.33, 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
#311 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
80%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
18%
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
99%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovington 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy is ranked #311 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lovington 6th Grade Academy?
228 students attend Lovington 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lovington 6th Grade Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lovington 6th Grade Academy?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lovington 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Lovington 6th Grade Academy part of?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy is part of Lovington Municipal Schools School District.
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