Average
#338 of 864 schools in NM
Top 39% in state
Artesia Zia Intermediate
Middle School · ARTESIA
1100 BULLOCK AVE, Artesia, NM 88210
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#338 of 864
In Artesia
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
ARTESIA
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Artesia Zia Intermediate
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About Artesia Zia Intermediate
Artesia Zia Intermediate is a public middle school in Artesia, NM, part of ARTESIA. Artesia Zia Intermediate serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Artesia Zia Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Artesia Zia Intermediate show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Artesia Zia Intermediate 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 Zia Intermediate — Students at Artesia Zia Intermediate score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Artesia Zia Intermediate Compares
See how Artesia Zia Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 BULLOCK AVE, Artesia, NM 88210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Artesia Zia Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DEXTER MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Dexter), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAGERMAN MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Hagerman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Artesia, see our Artesia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ROSELAWN ELEMENTARY Artesia | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ARTESIA PARK JUNIOR HIGH Artesia | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKE ARTHUR HIGH Lake Arthur | 11.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKE ARTHUR MIDDLE Lake Arthur | 11.6 mi | — |
| HAGERMAN MIDDLE Hagerman | 20.2 mi | 7.8 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman | 20.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN HIGH Hagerman | 20.3 mi | 4.9 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY Dexter | 25.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 25.3 mi | 5.3 |
| DEXTER MIDDLE Dexter | 25.4 mi | 8.2 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 27.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 28.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 28.2 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming, NM | 6.6 |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington, NM | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.5 |
| PORTALES JR HIGH Portales, NM | 6.5 |
| TAOS MIDDLE Taos, NM | 6.5 |
| LINDSEY-STEINER ELEMENTARY Portales, NM | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Artesia Zia Intermediate
What grades does Artesia Zia Intermediate serve?
Artesia Zia Intermediate serves students in grades 6th through 7th.
How many students attend Artesia Zia Intermediate?
Artesia Zia Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Artesia Zia Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Artesia Zia Intermediate is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Artesia Zia Intermediate rank in NM?
Artesia Zia Intermediate ranks #338 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Artesia Zia Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Artesia Zia Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Zia Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Artesia Zia Intermediate has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Artesia Zia Intermediate a charter school?
No, Artesia Zia Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Artesia Zia Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Artesia Zia Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Artesia Zia Intermediate?
48.2% of students at Artesia Zia Intermediate 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
- 6th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (575) 746-3585
Resources & Links
District
ARTESIA- District Enrollment
- 3,722
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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