Serving 124 students in grades 5-8, Dugan-tarango 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dugan-tarango Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dugan-tarango Middle School's student population of 124 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Dugan-tarango 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 Dugan-tarango Middle School is 0.32, 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
#458 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
81%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dugan-tarango Middle School's ranking?
Dugan-tarango Middle School is ranked #458 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Dugan-tarango Middle School?
124 students attend Dugan-tarango Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dugan-tarango Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dugan-tarango Middle School?
Dugan-tarango Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dugan-tarango Middle School offer ?
Dugan-tarango Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dugan-tarango Middle School part of?
Dugan-tarango Middle School is part of Lordsburg School District.
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