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Lake Arthur Middle
Middle School · LAKE ARTHUR
700 BROADWAY, Lake Arthur, NM 88253
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Lake Arthur Middle
Middle School in Lake Arthur · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lake Arthur Middle
Lake Arthur Middle is a public middle school in Lake Arthur, NM, part of LAKE ARTHUR. Lake Arthur Middle serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Arthur Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Lake Arthur 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Lake Arthur Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lake Arthur Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 700 BROADWAY, Lake Arthur, NM 88253
- Website
- la-panthers.org
- Phone
- (575) 365-2000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 BROADWAY, Lake Arthur, NM 88253
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Arthur Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DEXTER MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Dexter). Another option is HAGERMAN MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Hagerman). Additionally, ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE (rated 6.6/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Artesia). For more schools in Lake Arthur, see our Lake Arthur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKE ARTHUR HIGH Lake Arthur | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HAGERMAN MIDDLE Hagerman | 8.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman | 8.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN HIGH Hagerman | 8.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ROSELAWN ELEMENTARY Artesia | 10.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ARTESIA PARK JUNIOR HIGH Artesia | 10.5 mi | 4.3 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 10.6 mi | 4.3 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 11.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 11.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 11.6 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia | 11.6 mi | 6.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 12.0 mi | 6.7 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 11.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 13.9 mi | 5.3 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY Dexter | 13.9 mi | 6.6 |
| DEXTER MIDDLE Dexter | 14.0 mi | 8.2 |
| EAST GRAND PLAINS ELEMENTARY Roswell | 23.8 mi | 6.2 |
| SIDNEY GUTIERREZ MIDDLE Roswell | 23.6 mi | 9.1 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Roswell | 23.7 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,625
Median Home Value
$217,300
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
915
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
76.5%
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Arthur Middle
What grades does Lake Arthur Middle serve?
Lake Arthur Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lake Arthur Middle?
Lake Arthur Middle has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Arthur Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Arthur Middle is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Lake Arthur Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Arthur Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lake Arthur Middle a charter school?
No, Lake Arthur Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Arthur Middle a Title I school?
No, Lake Arthur Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Arthur Middle?
100.0% of students at Lake Arthur 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
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Chaves County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.3%
- Phone
- (575) 365-2000
Resources & Links
District
LAKE ARTHUR- District Enrollment
- 139
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,221
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