Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Newcomb 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcomb Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newcomb Middle School's student population of 172 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newcomb Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcomb 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
#209 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
93%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcomb Middle School's ranking?
Newcomb Middle School is ranked #209 out of 217 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend Newcomb Middle School?
172 students attend Newcomb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Newcomb Middle School students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcomb Middle School?
Newcomb Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newcomb Middle School offer ?
Newcomb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newcomb Middle School part of?
Newcomb Middle School is part of Central Consolidated Schools School District.
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