Serving 268 students in grades 3-6, Tularosa Intermediate 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 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tularosa Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tularosa Intermediate's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tularosa Intermediate 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 Tularosa Intermediate is 0.65, which is more 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
#472 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
24%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
75%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tularosa Intermediate's ranking?
Tularosa Intermediate is ranked #472 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tularosa Intermediate?
268 students attend Tularosa Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tularosa Intermediate students are Hispanic, 24% of students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tularosa Intermediate?
Tularosa Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tularosa Intermediate offer ?
Tularosa Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Tularosa Intermediate part of?
Tularosa Intermediate is part of Tularosa Municipal Schools School District.
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