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#535 of 864 schools in NM
Carlos F. Vigil Middle
Middle School · ESPANOLA
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#535 of 864
In Espanola
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#6 of 13
ESPANOLA
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Carlos F. Vigil Middle
Middle School in Espanola · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carlos F. Vigil Middle
Carlos F. Vigil Middle is a public middle school in Espanola, NM, part of ESPANOLA. Carlos F.
Vigil Middle serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlos F. Vigil Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Carlos F. Vigil Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carlos F. Vigil Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Carlos F. Vigil Middle — Students at Carlos F. Vigil Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 6.5/10.
How Carlos F. Vigil Middle Compares
See how Carlos F. Vigil Middle 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
405 HUNTER ST, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlos F. Vigil Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. POJOAQUE MIDDLE (rated 4.2/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), a more accessible option. Additionally, SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY (rated 3.8/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Pojoaque), a more accessible option. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 4.1 mi | — |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.1 mi | 4.0 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 9.2 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 9.4 mi | 2.6 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 9.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 9.1 mi | 3.8 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 9.5 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,077
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlos F. Vigil Middle
What grades does Carlos F. Vigil Middle serve?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Carlos F. Vigil Middle?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlos F. Vigil Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlos F. Vigil Middle is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlos F. Vigil Middle rank in NM?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle ranks #535 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Carlos F. Vigil Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlos F. Vigil Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Carlos F. Vigil Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlos F. Vigil Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carlos F. Vigil Middle a charter school?
No, Carlos F. Vigil Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlos F. Vigil Middle a Title I school?
No, Carlos F. Vigil Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlos F. Vigil Middle?
71.8% of students at Carlos F. Vigil 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rio Arriba County
- Phone
- (505) 753-1348
Resources & Links
District
ESPANOLA- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,809
- District Rank
- #6 of 13
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