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#362 of 864 schools in NM

Top 42% in state

T or C Middle

Middle School · T OR C

1802 PERSHING STREET, T or C, NM 87901

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#362 of 864

In T or C

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

T OR C

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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T or C Middle

6.6/10

Middle School in T or C · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hot Springs High

5.8/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

T or C Elementary

3.1/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About T or C Middle

T or C Middle is a public middle school in T or C, NM, part of T OR C. T or C Middle serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. T or C Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #362 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for T or C Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above NM schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at T or C 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,577
Chronic Absenteeism60.7%

T or C Middle — Students at T or C Middle score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
33%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
29%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How T or C Middle Compares

See how T or C Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
58th percentile in NM
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1802 PERSHING STREET, T or C, NM 87901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering T or C Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ARREY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Arrey), which scores notably higher. Another option is HATCH VALLEY MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 33.8 miles away, in nearby Hatch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 33.8 miles away, in nearby Hatch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in T or C, see our T or C schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 33.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HOT SPRINGS HIGH T Or C 0.2 mi 5.8
T OR C ELEMENTARY T Or C 0.8 mi 3.1
SIERRA ELEMENTARY T Or C 0.8 mi 6.2
MANZANO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Truth Or Consequences 2.1 mi
ARREY ELEMENTARY Arrey 21.1 mi 8.7
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield 27.2 mi 4.2
HATCH VALLEY HIGH Hatch 33.6 mi 6.5
HATCH VALLEY ELEMENTARY Hatch 33.6 mi 6.2
HATCH VALLEY MIDDLE Hatch 33.8 mi 7.8
RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Hatch 33.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,868

Median Home Value

$114,800

Median Rent

$674/mo

Population

6,459

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

56.8%

Poverty Rate

33.7%

Median Age

43.6

Similar Schools

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CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Belen, NM 6.6
DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming, NM 6.6
GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM 6.6
LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City, NM 6.6
PORTALES JR HIGH Portales, NM 6.5
TAOS MIDDLE Taos, NM 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about T or C Middle

What grades does T or C Middle serve?

T or C Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend T or C Middle?

T or C Middle has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at T or C Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at T or C Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does T or C Middle rank in NM?

T or C Middle ranks #362 of 864 schools in NM.

What is T or C Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

T or C Middle 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 T or C Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, T or C Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is T or C Middle a charter school?

No, T or C Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is T or C Middle a Title I school?

No, T or C Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T or C Middle?

100.0% of students at T or C 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Sierra County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.7%

District

T OR C
District Enrollment
1,284
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,577
District Rank
#2 of 5

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