Below Average
#776 of 864 schools in NM
Artesia Park Junior High
School · ARTESIA
15TH AND CANNON, Artesia, NM 88210
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
8th – 9th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
8th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#776 of 864
In Artesia
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
ARTESIA
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About Artesia Park Junior High
Artesia Park Junior High is a public school in Artesia, NM, part of ARTESIA. Artesia Park Junior High serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades 8th-9th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Artesia Park Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #776 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Artesia Park Junior High show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Artesia Park Junior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Artesia Park Junior High — Students at Artesia Park Junior High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 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: 2.7/10.
How Artesia Park Junior High Compares
See how Artesia Park Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15TH AND CANNON, Artesia, NM 88210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Artesia Park Junior High may also want to explore other schools in the area. DEXTER MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Dexter), which scores notably higher. Another option is OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH (rated 8.2/10, 29.7 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Artesia, see our Artesia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSELAWN ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur | 10.5 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKE ARTHUR HIGH Lake Arthur | 10.5 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKE ARTHUR MIDDLE Lake Arthur | 10.5 mi | — |
| HAGERMAN MIDDLE Hagerman | 19.1 mi | 7.8 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman | 19.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN HIGH Hagerman | 19.1 mi | 4.9 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY Dexter | 24.0 mi | 6.6 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 24.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DEXTER MIDDLE Dexter | 24.1 mi | 8.2 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 28.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 29.7 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 29.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,423
Median Home Value
$213,900
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
18,542
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
31.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Artesia Park Junior High
What grades does Artesia Park Junior High serve?
Artesia Park Junior High serves students in grades 8th through 9th.
How many students attend Artesia Park Junior High?
Artesia Park Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Artesia Park Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Artesia Park Junior High is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Artesia Park Junior High rank in NM?
Artesia Park Junior High ranks #776 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Artesia Park Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Artesia Park Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Artesia Park Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Artesia Park Junior High has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Artesia Park Junior High a charter school?
No, Artesia Park Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Artesia Park Junior High a Title I school?
No, Artesia Park Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Artesia Park Junior High?
49.8% of students at Artesia Park Junior High 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
- 8th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (575) 746-3585
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
ARTESIA- District Enrollment
- 3,722
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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