Serving 53 students in grades 7-8, Tatum Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tatum Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Tatum Jr High School's student population of 53 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Tatum Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tatum Jr High School is 0.54, 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
#249 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
43%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
53%
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
47%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tatum Jr High School's ranking?
Tatum Jr High School is ranked #249 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% 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 Tatum Jr High School?
53 students attend Tatum Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tatum Jr High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tatum Jr High School?
Tatum Jr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tatum Jr High School offer ?
Tatum Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tatum Jr High School part of?
Tatum Jr High School is part of Tatum School District.
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