Very Good
#176 of 864 schools in NM
Top 20% in state
Santa Rosa Middle
Middle School · SANTA ROSA
116 CAMINO DE VIDA, Santa Rosa, NM 88435
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#176 of 864
In Santa Rosa
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
SANTA ROSA
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Santa Rosa Middle
Middle School in Santa Rosa · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Rosa Middle
Santa Rosa Middle is a public middle school in Santa Rosa, NM, part of SANTA ROSA. Santa Rosa Middle serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rosa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Rosa Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Santa Rosa Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Santa Rosa Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Santa Rosa Middle — Students at Santa Rosa Middle score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Santa Rosa Middle Compares
See how Santa Rosa Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
116 CAMINO DE VIDA, Santa Rosa, NM 88435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Rosa Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ANTON CHICO MIDDLE (rated 8.4/10, 30.6 miles away, in nearby Anton Chico), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FORT SUMNER MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 41.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Sumner), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
7 within 41.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA ROSA HIGH Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SANTA ROSA ELEMENTARY Santa Rosa | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ANTON CHICO MIDDLE Anton Chico | 30.6 mi | 8.4 |
| RITA A. MARQUEZ ELEMENTARY Anton Chico | 31.4 mi | 9.1 |
| FORT SUMNER ELEMENTARY Fort Sumner | 41.0 mi | 8.0 |
| FORT SUMNER HIGH Fort Sumner | 41.0 mi | 7.2 |
| FORT SUMNER MIDDLE Fort Sumner | 41.0 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,645
Median Home Value
$113,600
Median Rent
$525/mo
Population
3,413
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
80.2%
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE Cloudcroft, NM | 7.5 |
| HAGERMAN MIDDLE Hagerman, NM | 7.8 |
| CAPITAN MIDDLE Capitan, NM | 7.3 |
| MELROSE JUNIOR Melrose, NM | 7.2 |
| FORT SUMNER MIDDLE Fort Sumner, NM | 8.0 |
| LA ACADEMIA DOLORES HUERTA Las Cruces, NM | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Rosa Middle
What grades does Santa Rosa Middle serve?
Santa Rosa Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Rosa Middle?
Santa Rosa Middle has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Middle is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Rosa Middle rank in NM?
Santa Rosa Middle ranks #176 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Santa Rosa Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rosa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Santa Rosa Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rosa Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Rosa Middle a charter school?
No, Santa Rosa Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Rosa Middle a Title I school?
No, Santa Rosa Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Rosa Middle?
36.4% of students at Santa Rosa 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
- 99
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Guadalupe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (575) 472-3171
Resources & Links
District
SANTA ROSA- District Enrollment
- 587
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,955
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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