Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Picacho 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 16% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Math Proficiency: 16%
- Reading Proficiency: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Picacho Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Picacho Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Picacho Middle School is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)16%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
83%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Picacho Middle School often compared to?
Picacho Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Middle School, Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy, Camino Real Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Picacho Middle School?
767 students attend Picacho Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Picacho Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Picacho Middle School?
Picacho Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Picacho Middle School offer ?
Picacho Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Picacho Middle School part of?
Picacho Middle School is part of Las Cruces Public Schools School District.
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