Needs Improvement
#843 of 864 schools in NM
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus
Middle School · CARLSBAD
800 W. CHURCH ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#843 of 864
In Carlsbad
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
CARLSBAD
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Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus
Middle School in Carlsbad · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus is a public middle school in Carlsbad, NM, part of CARLSBAD. Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus serves approximately 834 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #843 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus 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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Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus — Students at Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 2.6/10.
How Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus Compares
See how Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 W. CHURCH ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LOVING MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Loving), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE (rated 6.6/10, 29.8 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARLSBAD SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY - ALTA VISTA CAMPUS (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON MONTESSORI Carlsbad | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CARLSBAD ENRICHMENT CENTER Carlsbad | 0.4 mi | 2.4 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CARLSBAD SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY - ALTA VISTA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Carlsbad | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLCREST PRESCHOOL Carlsbad | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CARLSBAD HIGH Carlsbad | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving | 13.1 mi | 9.1 |
| LOVING MIDDLE Loving | 13.1 mi | 7.8 |
| LOVING HIGH Loving | 13.1 mi | 5.3 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 29.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 29.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 29.9 mi | 6.1 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 29.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 30.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,668
Median Home Value
$192,600
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
40,151
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAPARRAL MIDDLE Alamogordo, NM | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Rio Rancho, NM | 4.6 |
| ZIA MIDDLE Las Cruces, NM | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus
What grades does Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus serve?
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus?
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus rank in NM?
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus ranks #843 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus a charter school?
No, Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus a Title I school?
No, Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus?
36.0% of students at Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 834
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.9%
- Phone
- (575) 234-3300
Resources & Links
District
CARLSBAD- District Enrollment
- 7,343
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,304
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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