Serving 33 students in grades 7-8, Laguna-acoma 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laguna-acoma Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laguna-acoma Middle School's student population of 33 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Laguna-acoma 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 Laguna-acoma Middle School is 0.22, 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
#635 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
American Indian
88%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laguna-acoma Middle School's ranking?
Laguna-acoma Middle School is ranked #635 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Laguna-acoma Middle School?
33 students attend Laguna-acoma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Laguna-acoma Middle School students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laguna-acoma Middle School?
Laguna-acoma Middle School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laguna-acoma Middle School offer ?
Laguna-acoma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laguna-acoma Middle School part of?
Laguna-acoma Middle School is part of Grants School District.
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