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#498 of 864 schools in NM
Los Alamitos Middle
Middle School · GRANTS
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#498 of 864
In Grants
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
GRANTS
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Los Alamitos Middle
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About Los Alamitos Middle
Los Alamitos Middle is a public middle school in Grants, NM, part of GRANTS. Los Alamitos Middle serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Alamitos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Los Alamitos Middle show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Los Alamitos Middle 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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Los Alamitos Middle — Students at Los Alamitos Middle score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
118.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Los Alamitos Middle Compares
See how Los Alamitos Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Alamitos Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 21.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Laguna Middle School (rated 3.7/10, 26.6 miles away, in nearby Laguna), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grants, see our Grants schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 1.1 mi | — |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.4 mi | 8.6 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 11.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 14.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOSEPH MISSION SCHOOL San Fidel | 13.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt | 19.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 18.1 mi | 8.2 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 21.6 mi | 5.1 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE Grants | 21.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SEBOYETA ELEMENTARY Grants | 24.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 30.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Laguna Elementary School Laguna | 26.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Laguna Middle School Laguna | 26.6 mi | 3.7 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau | 28.3 mi | 8.8 |
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
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| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 5.9 |
| SPARTAN LEARNING ACADEMY Bernalillo, NM | 5.9 |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty, NM | 6.0 |
| WEST LAS VEGAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Las Vegas, NM | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.8 |
| HARRISON MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Alamitos Middle
What grades does Los Alamitos Middle serve?
Los Alamitos Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Los Alamitos Middle?
Los Alamitos Middle has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Alamitos Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Alamitos Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Alamitos Middle rank in NM?
Los Alamitos Middle ranks #498 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Los Alamitos Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Alamitos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Los Alamitos Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Alamitos Middle has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Los Alamitos Middle a charter school?
No, Los Alamitos Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Alamitos Middle a Title I school?
No, Los Alamitos Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Alamitos Middle?
118.7% of students at Los Alamitos 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
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 118.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cibola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (505) 285-2683
Resources & Links
District
GRANTS- District Enrollment
- 3,240
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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