Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, C.v. Koogler 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C.v. Koogler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
C.v. Koogler Middle School's student population of 519 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
'INSPIRED | SAFE | FULFILLED'
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
C.v. Koogler 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 C.v. Koogler Middle School is 0.66, 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
#471 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
15%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
38%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C.v. Koogler Middle School's ranking?
C.v. Koogler Middle School is ranked #471 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend C.v. Koogler Middle School?
519 students attend C.v. Koogler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of C.v. Koogler Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C.v. Koogler Middle School?
C.v. Koogler Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does C.v. Koogler Middle School offer ?
C.v. Koogler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C.v. Koogler Middle School part of?
C.v. Koogler Middle School is part of Aztec School District.
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