Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Hermosa Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermosa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hermosa Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Rising to excellence in every pursuit
School Rankings
Hermosa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermosa Middle School is 0.73, 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
#287 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
29%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
30%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Hermosa Middle School's ranking?
Hermosa Middle School is ranked #287 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hermosa Middle School often compared to?
Hermosa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights Middle School, Tibbetts Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Hermosa Middle School?
628 students attend Hermosa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Hermosa Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 29% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermosa Middle School?
Hermosa Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hermosa Middle School offer ?
Hermosa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermosa Middle School part of?
Hermosa Middle School is part of Farmington School District.
School Reviews
1 3/17/2021
Terrible school and terribly unproductive and insufficient staff. Home school your kiddos before enrolling them here where irreparable damage can occur to students.
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