Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Lynn Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 15% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lynn Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lynn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynn Middle School 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
#557 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
81%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynn Middle School's ranking?
Lynn Middle School is ranked #557 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Lynn Middle School often compared to?
Lynn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Academia Dolores Huerta, Picacho Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lynn Middle School?
513 students attend Lynn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lynn Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% 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 Lynn Middle School?
Lynn Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lynn Middle School offer ?
Lynn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lynn Middle School part of?
Lynn Middle School is part of Las Cruces School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
The students need time to eat lunch properly, my daughter does not eat approximately 2 to 3 times out of the 5 day school week, due to not enough time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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