Serving 485 students in grades 7-8, Valencia 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valencia Middle School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valencia 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 Valencia Middle School is 0.48, 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
#475 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
66%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia Middle School's ranking?
Valencia Middle School is ranked #475 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Valencia Middle School?
485 students attend Valencia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valencia Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valencia Middle School?
Valencia Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valencia Middle School offer ?
Valencia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Valencia Middle School part of?
Valencia Middle School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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