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#354 of 864 schools in NM
Top 41% in state
Raton Intermediate
Elementary School · RATON
500 SOUTH THIRD, Raton, NM 87740
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#354 of 864
In Raton
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
RATON
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Raton Intermediate
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About Raton Intermediate
Raton Intermediate is a public elementary school in Raton, NM, part of RATON. Raton Intermediate serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Raton Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Raton Intermediate show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Raton Intermediate 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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Raton Intermediate — Students at Raton Intermediate score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
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: 5.8/10.
How Raton Intermediate Compares
See how Raton Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 SOUTH THIRD, Raton, NM 87740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raton Intermediate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAXWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 9.7/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Maxwell), which scores notably higher. Another option is CIMARRON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 37.5 miles away, in nearby Cimarron), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Primero Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raton, see our Raton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
15 within 37.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY Raton | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RATON HIGH Raton | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Fisher's Peak Elementary School Trinidad | 17.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY ACADEMY Trinidad | 19.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Trinidad High School Trinidad | 19.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Trinidad Middle School Trinidad | 19.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MAXWELL MIDDLE Maxwell | 25.4 mi | — |
| MAXWELL HIGH Maxwell | 25.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MAXWELL ELEMENTARY Maxwell | 25.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Hoehne Schools Hoehne | 26.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Primero Junior-Senior High School Weston | 25.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Primero Elementary School Weston | 25.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CIMARRON ELEMENTARY Cimarron | 37.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CIMARRON MIDDLE Cimarron | 37.5 mi | 8.8 |
| CIMARRON HIGH Cimarron | 37.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,856
Median Home Value
$157,000
Median Rent
$734/mo
Population
7,055
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
72.6%
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman, NM | 6.6 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.6 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park, NM | 6.6 |
| SANTA ROSA ELEMENTARY Santa Rosa, NM | 6.6 |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Moriarty, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raton Intermediate
What grades does Raton Intermediate serve?
Raton Intermediate serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend Raton Intermediate?
Raton Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raton Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Raton Intermediate is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raton Intermediate rank in NM?
Raton Intermediate ranks #354 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Raton Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Raton Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Raton Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raton Intermediate has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Raton Intermediate a charter school?
No, Raton Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raton Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Raton Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raton Intermediate?
50.4% of students at Raton Intermediate 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Colfax County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (575) 445-9881
Resources & Links
District
RATON- District Enrollment
- 833
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,353
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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