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Animas Middle
Middle School · ANIMAS
PO BOX 85, Animas, NM 88020
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Animas Middle
Middle School in Animas · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Animas Middle
Animas Middle is a public middle school in Animas, NM, part of ANIMAS. Animas Middle serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Animas Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, Animas Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Animas Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Address
- PO BOX 85, Animas, NM 88020
- Website
- animask12.net
- Phone
- (575) 548-2299
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 85, Animas, NM 88020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Animas Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Lordsburg). Additionally, DUGAN-TARANGO MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Lordsburg). For more schools in Animas, see our Animas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
9 within 32.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY Animas | 0.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ANIMAS 7-12 SCHOOL Animas | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 27.3 mi | 7.0 |
| DUGAN-TARANGO MIDDLE Lordsburg | 27.3 mi | 6.9 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 28.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH Lordsburg | 28.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Apache Elementary School Douglas | 26.0 mi | — |
| San Simon School San Simon | 32.5 mi | 7.4 |
| San Simon School Sells | 32.5 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,938
Median Home Value
$158,000
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
741
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
88.6%
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
51.1
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| DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas, NM | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Animas Middle
What grades does Animas Middle serve?
Animas Middle serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Animas Middle?
Animas Middle has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Animas Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Animas Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Animas Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Animas Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Animas Middle a charter school?
No, Animas Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Animas Middle a Title I school?
No, Animas Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Animas Middle?
56.0% of students at Animas Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (575) 548-2299
Resources & Links
District
ANIMAS- District Enrollment
- 162
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,390
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