Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Heights Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heights Middle School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Heights Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#269 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
29%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
28%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Heights Middle School's ranking?
Heights Middle School is ranked #269 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Heights Middle School often compared to?
Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermosa Middle School, Tibbetts Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Heights Middle School?
699 students attend Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Heights Middle School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heights Middle School?
Heights Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heights Middle School offer ?
Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heights Middle School part of?
Heights Middle School is part of Farmington School District.
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