Serving 401 students in grades 7-8, Carlos F. Vigil 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 9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower 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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School's student population of 401 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlos F. Vigil Middle School is 0.19, 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
#758 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
90%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlos F. Vigil Middle School's ranking?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School is ranked #758 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Carlos F. Vigil Middle School often compared to?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccurdy Charter School, Hernandez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Carlos F. Vigil Middle School?
401 students attend Carlos F. Vigil Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Carlos F. Vigil Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlos F. Vigil Middle School?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlos F. Vigil Middle School offer ?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlos F. Vigil Middle School part of?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle School is part of Espanola School District.
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