Serving 137 students in grades 6-8, Texico Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Texico Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Texico Middle School's student population of 137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Texico Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Texico Middle School is 0.49, 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
#31 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
35%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
63%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texico Middle School's ranking?
Texico Middle School is ranked #31 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Texico Middle School?
137 students attend Texico Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Texico Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Texico Middle School?
Texico Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Texico Middle School offer ?
Texico Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Texico Middle School part of?
Texico Middle School is part of Texico School District.
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