Serving 40 students in grades 5-8, Cimarron Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher 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 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Cimarron Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Cimarron Middle School's student population of 40 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Cimarron Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cimarron Middle School is 0.38, 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
#159 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
75%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
25%
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
40%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
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 Cimarron Middle School's ranking?
Cimarron Middle School is ranked #159 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% 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 Cimarron Middle School?
40 students attend Cimarron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cimarron Middle School students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cimarron Middle School?
Cimarron Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cimarron Middle School offer ?
Cimarron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cimarron Middle School part of?
Cimarron Middle School is part of Cimarron School District.
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