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#656 of 864 schools in NM
Mesa Alta JR High
Middle School · BLOOMFIELD
329 N. BERGIN LANE, Bloomfield, NM 87413
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#656 of 864
In Bloomfield
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
BLOOMFIELD
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Mesa Alta JR High
Middle School in Bloomfield · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mesa Alta JR High
Mesa Alta JR High is a public middle school in Bloomfield, NM, part of BLOOMFIELD. Mesa Alta JR High serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesa Alta JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mesa Alta JR High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Mesa Alta JR High 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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Mesa Alta JR High — Students at Mesa Alta JR High score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 3.6/10.
How Mesa Alta JR High Compares
See how Mesa Alta JR High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
329 N. BERGIN LANE, Bloomfield, NM 87413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesa Alta JR High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Aztec), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT Bloomfield | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| FARMINGTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Farmington | 4.8 mi | 4.0 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec | 6.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec | 7.1 mi | 6.4 |
| VISTA NUEVA HIGH Aztec | 7.3 mi | 6.1 |
| AZTEC HIGH Aztec | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY Aztec | 8.0 mi | 7.6 |
| MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec | 8.1 mi | 7.0 |
| C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec | 8.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST Farmington | 8.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY Farmington | 8.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington | 8.7 mi | — |
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington | 9.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 9.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,234
Median Home Value
$176,800
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
14,966
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa Alta JR High
What grades does Mesa Alta JR High serve?
Mesa Alta JR High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Mesa Alta JR High?
Mesa Alta JR High has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesa Alta JR High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesa Alta JR High is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesa Alta JR High rank in NM?
Mesa Alta JR High ranks #656 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mesa Alta JR High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesa Alta JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Mesa Alta JR High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesa Alta JR High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mesa Alta JR High a charter school?
No, Mesa Alta JR High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesa Alta JR High a Title I school?
No, Mesa Alta JR High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mesa Alta JR High?
100.0% of students at Mesa Alta JR High 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
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Juan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (505) 632-8021
Resources & Links
District
BLOOMFIELD- District Enrollment
- 2,521
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,195
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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