Average
#562 of 864 schools in NM
Laguna-acoma Middle
Middle School · GRANTS
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#562 of 864
In Grants
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 12
GRANTS
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Laguna-acoma Middle
Middle School in Grants · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Laguna-acoma Middle
Laguna-acoma Middle is a public middle school in Grants, NM, part of GRANTS. Laguna-acoma Middle serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Laguna-acoma Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #562 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Laguna-acoma Middle show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Laguna-acoma 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 Laguna-acoma 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Laguna-acoma 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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Laguna-acoma Middle — Students at Laguna-acoma Middle score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 6.4/10.
How Laguna-acoma Middle Compares
See how Laguna-acoma Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laguna-acoma Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 21.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Laguna Middle School (rated 3.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Laguna), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grants, see our Grants schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 32.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Laguna Middle School Laguna | 6.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Laguna Elementary School Laguna | 6.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JOSEPH MISSION SCHOOL San Fidel | 8.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| SEBOYETA ELEMENTARY Grants | 13.4 mi | 7.9 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 20.8 mi | — |
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 21.6 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 21.8 mi | 6.7 |
| To'hajiilee Day School Tohajiilee | 21.6 mi | — |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 22.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 22.5 mi | 5.5 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 22.9 mi | 5.8 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants | 22.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 23.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants | 26.0 mi | 8.0 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 32.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,511
Median Home Value
$154,900
Median Rent
$741/mo
Population
11,874
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARRIZOZO MIDDLE Carrizozo, NM | 5.7 |
| OJO CALIENTE ELEMENTARY Ojo Caliente, NM | 6.1 |
| QUESTA JR HIGH Questa, NM | 6.1 |
| CLAYTON JUNIOR HIGH Clayton, NM | 6.3 |
| KISER ELEMENTARY Clayton, NM | 6.3 |
| PENASCO MIDDLE Penasco, NM | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laguna-acoma Middle
What grades does Laguna-acoma Middle serve?
Laguna-acoma Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Laguna-acoma Middle?
Laguna-acoma Middle has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laguna-acoma Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Laguna-acoma Middle is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laguna-acoma Middle rank in NM?
Laguna-acoma Middle ranks #562 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Laguna-acoma Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Laguna-acoma Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Laguna-acoma Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laguna-acoma Middle has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Laguna-acoma Middle a charter school?
No, Laguna-acoma Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laguna-acoma Middle a Title I school?
No, Laguna-acoma Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laguna-acoma Middle?
96.2% of students at Laguna-acoma 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
- 53
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cibola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.8%
- Phone
- (505) 285-2667
Resources & Links
District
GRANTS- District Enrollment
- 3,240
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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