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#589 of 864 schools in NM
Picacho Middle
Middle School · LAS CRUCES
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#589 of 864
In Las Cruces
#34 of 45
public schools
In district
#29 of 39
LAS CRUCES
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Picacho Middle
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About Picacho Middle
Picacho Middle is a public middle school in Las Cruces, NM, part of LAS CRUCES. Picacho Middle serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Picacho Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #589 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Picacho Middle show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Picacho 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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Picacho Middle — Students at Picacho Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
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: 6.0/10.
How Picacho Middle Compares
See how Picacho 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
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Picacho Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAS CRUCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JORNADA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Las Curces), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAYFIELD HIGH Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| RAICES DEL SABER XINACHTLI COMMUNITY Las Cruces | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MAC ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| LAS CRUCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY Las Cruces | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| FAIRACRES ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| LAS CRUCES ACADEMY Mesilla | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| RIO GRANDE PREPARATORY INSTITUTE Mesilla | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ZIA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MESILLA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,978
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
38,972
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
38%
Median Age
27.4
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| BERRENDO MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.5 |
| C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec, NM | 5.5 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs, NM | 5.5 |
| VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas, NM | 5.5 |
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| LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas, NM | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Picacho Middle
What grades does Picacho Middle serve?
Picacho Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Picacho Middle?
Picacho Middle has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Picacho Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Picacho Middle is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Picacho Middle rank in NM?
Picacho Middle ranks #589 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Picacho Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Picacho Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Picacho Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Picacho Middle has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Picacho Middle a charter school?
No, Picacho Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Picacho Middle a Title I school?
No, Picacho Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Picacho Middle?
99.6% of students at Picacho 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
- 684
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (575) 527-9455
Resources & Links
District
LAS CRUCES- District Enrollment
- 23,404
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,965
- District Rank
- #29 of 39
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