Serving 262 students in grades 6-8, Tohatchi 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 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tohatchi Middle School's student population of 262 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 423% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Tohatchi Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tohatchi Middle School is 0.42, 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
#700 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
75%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tohatchi Middle School's ranking?
Tohatchi Middle School is ranked #700 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tohatchi Middle School?
262 students attend Tohatchi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Tohatchi Middle School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tohatchi Middle School?
Tohatchi Middle School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tohatchi Middle School offer ?
Tohatchi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tohatchi Middle School part of?
Tohatchi Middle School is part of Gallup School District.
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