Serving 97 students in grades 6-8, Santo Domingo 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santo Domingo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Santo Domingo Middle School's student population of 97 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
97 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo Middle School is 0.13, 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
#800 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1

American Indian
93%
12%

Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
62%

Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
74%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
2%
10%

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 Santo Domingo Middle School's ranking?
Santo Domingo Middle School is ranked #800 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Santo Domingo Middle School?
97 students attend Santo Domingo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Santo Domingo Middle School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santo Domingo Middle School?
Santo Domingo Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santo Domingo Middle School offer ?
Santo Domingo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Santo Domingo Middle School part of?
Santo Domingo Middle School is part of Bernalillo School District.
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