Very Good
#228 of 864 schools in NM
Top 26% in state
Ruidoso Middle
Middle School · RUIDOSO
200 HORTON CIRCLE, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#228 of 864
In Ruidoso
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
RUIDOSO
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Ruidoso Middle
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About Ruidoso Middle
Ruidoso Middle is a public middle school in Ruidoso, NM, part of RUIDOSO. Ruidoso Middle serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruidoso Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ruidoso Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Ruidoso 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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Ruidoso Middle — Students at Ruidoso Middle 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
51%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Ruidoso Middle Compares
See how Ruidoso 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
200 HORTON CIRCLE, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruidoso Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Cloudcroft), with a very similar rating. Another option is CAPITAN MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Capitan), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TULAROSA MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby Tularosa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ruidoso, see our Ruidoso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUIDOSO HIGH Ruidoso | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY Ruidoso | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Ruidoso | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Mescalero Apache School Mescalero | 10.5 mi | — |
| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan | 13.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CAPITAN HIGH Capitan | 13.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CAPITAN MIDDLE Capitan | 13.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CARRIZOZO ELEMENTARY Carrizozo | 24.1 mi | 6.2 |
| CARRIZOZO HIGH Carrizozo | 24.1 mi | 8.4 |
| CARRIZOZO MIDDLE Carrizozo | 24.1 mi | 5.7 |
| HONDO HIGH Hondo | 22.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HONDO ELEMENTARY Hondo | 22.6 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY Cloudcroft | 27.9 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE Cloudcroft | 27.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CLOUDCROFT HIGH Cloudcroft | 27.9 mi | 7.6 |
| HIGH ROLLS MOUNTAIN PARK ELEMENTARY High Rolls | 30.3 mi | — |
| TULAROSA MIDDLE Tularosa | 28.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TULAROSA ELEMENTARY Tularosa | 28.8 mi | 6.5 |
| TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE Tularosa | 28.8 mi | 7.3 |
| TULAROSA HIGH Tularosa | 29.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,008
Median Home Value
$232,400
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
7,747
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
70.2%
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
44.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras, NM | 7.1 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup, NM | 6.8 |
| CROWNPOINT MIDDLE Crownpoint, NM | 6.7 |
| LINDSEY-STEINER ELEMENTARY Portales, NM | 6.7 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe, NM | 6.7 |
| SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruidoso Middle
What grades does Ruidoso Middle serve?
Ruidoso Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ruidoso Middle?
Ruidoso Middle has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruidoso Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruidoso Middle is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruidoso Middle rank in NM?
Ruidoso Middle ranks #228 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ruidoso Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruidoso Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Ruidoso Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruidoso Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ruidoso Middle a charter school?
No, Ruidoso Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruidoso Middle a Title I school?
No, Ruidoso Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruidoso Middle?
51.0% of students at Ruidoso 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
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (575) 257-4051
Resources & Links
District
RUIDOSO- District Enrollment
- 1,782
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,052
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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