Chama 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chama Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
3 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Chama Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
23%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
70%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
21%
6%
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 Chama Middle School's ranking?
Chama Middle School is ranked #600 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Chama Middle School?
40 students attend Chama Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Chama Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Chama Middle School offer ?
Chama Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chama Middle School part of?
Chama Middle School is part of Chama Valley School District.
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