Serving 120 students in grades 6-8, Cloudcroft Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cloudcroft Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Cloudcroft Middle School's student population of 120 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe in Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Safety for ALL
School Rankings
Cloudcroft Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cloudcroft Middle School is 0.54, 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
#95 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
62%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cloudcroft Middle School's ranking?
Cloudcroft Middle School is ranked #95 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cloudcroft Middle School often compared to?
Cloudcroft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cloudcroft Middle School?
120 students attend Cloudcroft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cloudcroft Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cloudcroft Middle School?
Cloudcroft Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloudcroft Middle School offer ?
Cloudcroft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloudcroft Middle School part of?
Cloudcroft Middle School is part of Cloudcroft School District.
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