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#342 of 864 schools in NM
Top 40% in state
Cochiti Middle
Middle School · BERNALILLO
800 QUAIL HILL TRAIL, Pena Blanca, NM 87041
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#342 of 864
In Pena Blanca
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
BERNALILLO
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Cochiti Middle
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About Cochiti Middle
Cochiti Middle is a public middle school in Pena Blanca, NM, part of BERNALILLO. Cochiti Middle serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cochiti Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Cochiti Middle show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, Cochiti Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Cochiti 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.
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Cochiti Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Cochiti Middle — Students at Cochiti Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
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: 7.3/10.
How Cochiti Middle Compares
See how Cochiti Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 QUAIL HILL TRAIL, Pena Blanca, NM 87041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cochiti Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE (rated 6.3/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SANTO DOMINGO MIDDLE (rated 4.2/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Santo Domingo Pueblo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pena Blanca, see our Pena Blanca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Pena Blanca | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| KERES CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Cochiti Pueblo | 2.3 mi | — |
| SANTO DOMINGO ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 6.8 mi | 3.4 |
| SANTO DOMINGO MIDDLE Santo Domingo Pueblo | 6.8 mi | 4.2 |
| San Felipe Pueblo Elementary School San Felipe Pue | 13.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ALGODONES ELEMENTARY Algodones | 16.6 mi | 3.7 |
| PENITENTIARY OF NM-SANTA FE Santa Fe | 14.8 mi | — |
| PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 17.7 mi | — |
| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock | 17.8 mi | 7.7 |
| TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL Santa Fe | 15.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock | 18.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CAPITAL HIGH Santa Fe | 16.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 16.2 mi | 4.8 |
| NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 16.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PLACITAS ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 19.5 mi | 8.6 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe | 16.5 mi | 8.7 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY Santa Fe | 16.7 mi | 5.6 |
| R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 16.6 mi | 5.4 |
| EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe | 16.6 mi | 6.3 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 16.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,847
Median Home Value
$164,100
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
848
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
91.8%
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FLOYD MIDDLE Floyd, NM | 6.7 |
| EAGLE NEST MIDDLE Eagle Nest, NM | 6.8 |
| CLAYTON JUNIOR HIGH Clayton, NM | 6.3 |
| KISER ELEMENTARY Clayton, NM | 6.3 |
| PENASCO MIDDLE Penasco, NM | 6.3 |
| DUGAN-TARANGO MIDDLE Lordsburg, NM | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cochiti Middle
What grades does Cochiti Middle serve?
Cochiti Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cochiti Middle?
Cochiti Middle has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cochiti Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Cochiti Middle is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cochiti Middle rank in NM?
Cochiti Middle ranks #342 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Cochiti Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Cochiti Middle 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 Cochiti Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cochiti Middle has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cochiti Middle a charter school?
No, Cochiti Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cochiti Middle a Title I school?
No, Cochiti Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cochiti Middle?
98.4% of students at Cochiti 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sandoval County
- Phone
- (505) 867-5547
Resources & Links
District
BERNALILLO- District Enrollment
- 2,852
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,085
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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