Tohatchi 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 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Tohatchi Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(21-22)88%
12%
Asian
(21-22)1%
1%
Hispanic
(21-22)5%
62%
Black
(21-22)1%
2%
White
(21-22)3%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tohatchi Middle School's ranking?
Tohatchi Middle School is ranked #703 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tohatchi Middle School?
220 students attend Tohatchi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Tohatchi Middle School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Tohatchi Middle School offer ?
Tohatchi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tohatchi Middle School part of?
Tohatchi Middle School is part of Gallup-Mckinley Cty Schools School District.
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