Very Good
#259 of 864 schools in NM
Top 30% in state
Santa Teresa Middle
Middle School · GADSDEN
4800 MCNUTT ROAD, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#259 of 864
In Santa Teresa
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#14 of 26
GADSDEN
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Santa Teresa Middle
Santa Teresa Middle is a public middle school in Santa Teresa, NM, part of GADSDEN. Santa Teresa Middle serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Teresa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #259 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Teresa Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Santa Teresa 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.
31% of students at Santa Teresa 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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Santa Teresa Middle — Students at Santa Teresa Middle score 32% proficient, which is above 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 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Santa Teresa Middle Compares
See how Santa Teresa 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
4800 MCNUTT ROAD, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Teresa Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Sunland Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Teresa, see our Santa Teresa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GADSDEN ADMIN COMPLEX PREK CENTER Sunland Park | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE El Paso | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ESCUELA MONTESSORI DEL VALLE El Paso | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLIAM C HERRERA EL El Paso | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ZACH WHITE EL El Paso | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA TERESA HIGH Santa Teresa | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN WEST MONTESSORI El Paso | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JOSE H DAMIAN EL Canutillo | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SANTA TERESA ELEMENTARY Santa Teresa | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,502
Median Home Value
$228,800
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
11,776
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
33.7
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| CHAPARRAL MIDDLE Chaparral, NM | 7.1 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs, NM | 6.9 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras, NM | 7.1 |
| VISTA MIDDLE Las Cruces, NM | 6.9 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup, NM | 6.8 |
| RUIDOSO MIDDLE Ruidoso, NM | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Teresa Middle
What grades does Santa Teresa Middle serve?
Santa Teresa Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Teresa Middle?
Santa Teresa Middle has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Teresa Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Teresa Middle is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Teresa Middle rank in NM?
Santa Teresa Middle ranks #259 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Santa Teresa Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Teresa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Teresa Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Teresa Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Teresa Middle a charter school?
No, Santa Teresa Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Teresa Middle a Title I school?
No, Santa Teresa Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Teresa Middle?
100.0% of students at Santa Teresa 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (575) 882-6203
Resources & Links
District
GADSDEN- District Enrollment
- 12,130
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,250
- District Rank
- #14 of 26
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