Serving 51 students in grades 7-8, Mesa Vista 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mesa Vista Middle School's student population of 51 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Mesa Vista 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 Mesa Vista Middle School is 0.04, 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
#448 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Vista Middle School's ranking?
Mesa Vista Middle School is ranked #448 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Vista Middle School?
51 students attend Mesa Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mesa Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Vista Middle School?
Mesa Vista Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesa Vista Middle School offer ?
Mesa Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa Vista Middle School part of?
Mesa Vista Middle School is part of Mesa Vista School District.
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