Average
#623 of 864 schools in NM
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus
Middle School · CARLSBAD
301 S. ALTA VISTA ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#623 of 864
In Carlsbad
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
CARLSBAD
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus
Middle School in Carlsbad · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is a public middle school in Carlsbad, NM, part of CARLSBAD. Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #623 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista 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 Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus — Students at Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus Compares
See how Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 S. ALTA VISTA ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LOVING MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Loving), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE (rated 6.6/10, 30.2 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARLSBAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL - PR LEYVA CAMPUS (rated 3.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Carlsbad | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLCREST PRESCHOOL Carlsbad | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| CARLSBAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL - PR LEYVA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| CARLSBAD ENRICHMENT CENTER Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| JEFFERSON MONTESSORI Carlsbad | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CARLSBAD HIGH Carlsbad | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving | 12.9 mi | 9.1 |
| LOVING MIDDLE Loving | 13.0 mi | 7.8 |
| LOVING HIGH Loving | 13.0 mi | 5.3 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 29.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 30.2 mi | 6.6 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 30.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 30.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 30.7 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 |
|---|---|
| MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington, NM | 5.3 |
| LYNN MIDDLE Las Cruces, NM | 5.2 |
| RED MOUNTAIN MIDDLE Deming, NM | 5.2 |
| MARSHALL 6TH GRADE ACADEMY Clovis, NM | 5.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Rio Rancho, NM | 5.4 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus
What grades does Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus serve?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus rank in NM?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus ranks #623 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus a charter school?
No, Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus a Title I school?
No, Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus?
43.3% of students at Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista 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
- 714
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.9%
- Phone
- (575) 234-3300
Resources & Links
District
CARLSBAD- District Enrollment
- 7,343
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,304
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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