Serving 226 students in grades 6-8, Tucumcari Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucumcari Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tucumcari Middle School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tucumcari 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 Tucumcari Middle School is 0.47, 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
#296 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
64%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
35%
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 (04-05)
9%
10%
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 Tucumcari Middle School's ranking?
Tucumcari Middle School is ranked #296 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tucumcari Middle School?
226 students attend Tucumcari Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Tucumcari Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tucumcari Middle School?
Tucumcari Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tucumcari Middle School offer ?
Tucumcari Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tucumcari Middle School part of?
Tucumcari Middle School is part of Tucumcari School District.
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