Serving 592 students in grades 8-9, Artesia Park Junior High 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 52% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Artesia Park Junior High School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Artesia Park Junior High 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 Artesia Park Junior High School is 0.50, 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
#513 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)52%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Artesia Park Junior High School's ranking?
Artesia Park Junior High School is ranked #513 out of 810 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Artesia Park Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Artesia Park Junior High School is 52%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Artesia Park Junior High School?
592 students attend Artesia Park Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Artesia Park Junior High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Artesia Park Junior High School?
Artesia Park Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Artesia Park Junior High School offer ?
Artesia Park Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Artesia Park Junior High School part of?
Artesia Park Junior High School is part of Artesia School District.
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