Grady Municipal School District is a school district headquartered in Grady, New Mexico. The district occupies sections of Curry and Quay counties.
Serving 46 students in grades 6-8, Grady Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grady Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grady Middle School's student population of 46 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Grady Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grady Middle School is 0.47, 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
#47 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
33%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
65%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
21%
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 Grady Middle School's ranking?
Grady Middle School is ranked #47 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Grady Middle School?
46 students attend Grady Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grady Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grady Middle School?
Grady Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grady Middle School offer ?
Grady Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grady Middle School part of?
Grady Middle School is part of Grady School District.
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