Serving 634 students in grades 6-8, Chief Manuelito 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 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Manuelito Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chief Manuelito Middle School's student population of 634 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chief Manuelito Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Manuelito Middle School is 0.52, 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
#529 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
65%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
25%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
4%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Manuelito Middle School's ranking?
Chief Manuelito Middle School is ranked #529 out of 796 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chief Manuelito Middle School?
634 students attend Chief Manuelito Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chief Manuelito Middle School students are American Indian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Chief Manuelito Middle School offer ?
Chief Manuelito Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Manuelito Middle School part of?
Chief Manuelito Middle School is part of Gallup School District.
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