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#448 of 864 schools in NM
Snell Middle
Middle School · COBRE
501 TOM FOY BLVD, Bayard, NM 88023
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#448 of 864
In Bayard
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
COBRE
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Snell Middle
Middle School in Bayard · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Snell Middle
Snell Middle is a public middle school in Bayard, NM, part of COBRE. Snell Middle serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Snell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Snell Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Snell 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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Snell Middle — Students at Snell 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
100%
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: 5.7/10.
How Snell Middle Compares
See how Snell Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 TOM FOY BLVD, Bayard, NM 88023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Snell Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby San Lorenzo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Silver City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Silver City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bayard, see our Bayard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 40.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SILVER HIGH Silver City | 8.2 mi | 4.6 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SILVER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Silver City | 8.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.5 mi | 3.2 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.5 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City | 8.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER Silver City | 8.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 8.9 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 9.2 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 12.1 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 31.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 31.2 mi | 5.9 |
| RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY Deming | 38.9 mi | 6.6 |
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 39.8 mi | 6.3 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 40.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,269
Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$653/mo
Population
2,370
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
24.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| DULCE MIDDLE Dulce, NM | 6.1 |
| MORIARTY MIDDLE Moriarty, NM | 6.1 |
| TAFT MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.1 |
| ZUNI MIDDLE Zuni, NM | 6.1 |
| WASHINGTON MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.2 |
| CATON MIDDLE Eunice, NM | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Snell Middle
What grades does Snell Middle serve?
Snell Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Snell Middle?
Snell Middle has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Snell Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Snell Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Snell Middle rank in NM?
Snell Middle ranks #448 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Snell Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Snell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Snell Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Snell Middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Snell Middle a charter school?
No, Snell Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Snell Middle a Title I school?
No, Snell Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Snell Middle?
100.0% of students at Snell 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
- 201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (575) 537-4011
Resources & Links
District
COBRE- District Enrollment
- 973
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,582
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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