Serving 179 students in grades 7-8, Memorial 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 179 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Memorial Middle 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 Memorial Middle School is 0.12, 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
#435 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
94%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
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
38%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
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 Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #435 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
179 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Las Vegas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Middle School located?
Memorial Middle School is located in the East Las Vegas neighborhood of Las Vegas, NM. There are 4 other public schools located in East Las Vegas.
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