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#286 of 864 schools in NM
Top 33% in state
Tucumcari Middle
Middle School · TUCUMCARI
1000 SOUTH 5TH ST, Tucumcari, NM 88401
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#286 of 864
In Tucumcari
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
TUCUMCARI
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Tucumcari Middle
Middle School in Tucumcari · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tucumcari Middle
Tucumcari Middle is a public middle school in Tucumcari, NM, part of TUCUMCARI. Tucumcari Middle serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tucumcari Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Tucumcari Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Tucumcari 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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Tucumcari Middle — Students at Tucumcari 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 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: 8.0/10.
How Tucumcari Middle Compares
See how Tucumcari Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 SOUTH 5TH ST, Tucumcari, NM 88401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tucumcari Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SAN JON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby San Jon), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRADY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 33.4 miles away, in nearby Grady), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOGAN MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Logan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucumcari, see our Tucumcari schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 33.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TUCUMCARI HIGH Tucumcari | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| TUCUMCARI ELEMENTARY Tucumcari | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| LOGAN ELEMENTARY Logan | 22.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LOGAN HIGH Logan | 22.4 mi | 9.0 |
| LOGAN MIDDLE Logan | 22.4 mi | 8.3 |
| UTE LAKE ONLINE LEARNING CENTER Logan | 22.4 mi | 4.5 |
| SAN JON ELEMENTARY San Jon | 23.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SAN JON HIGH San Jon | 23.1 mi | — |
| SAN JON MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jon | 23.1 mi | 9.7 |
| GRADY ELEMENTARY Grady | 33.4 mi | 8.5 |
| GRADY HIGH Grady | 33.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GRADY MIDDLE SCHOOL Grady | 33.4 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,773
Median Home Value
$65,800
Median Rent
$753/mo
Population
6,689
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
70.4%
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
43.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Las Vegas, NM | 7.0 |
| CROWNPOINT MIDDLE Crownpoint, NM | 6.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Belen, NM | 6.6 |
| GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.6 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City, NM | 6.6 |
| T OR C MIDDLE T Or C, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tucumcari Middle
What grades does Tucumcari Middle serve?
Tucumcari Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Tucumcari Middle?
Tucumcari Middle has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tucumcari Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Tucumcari Middle is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tucumcari Middle rank in NM?
Tucumcari Middle ranks #286 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Tucumcari Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Tucumcari Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Tucumcari Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tucumcari Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tucumcari Middle a charter school?
No, Tucumcari Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tucumcari Middle a Title I school?
No, Tucumcari Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tucumcari Middle?
100.0% of students at Tucumcari 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
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Quay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.1%
- Phone
- (575) 461-3910
Resources & Links
District
TUCUMCARI- District Enrollment
- 897
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,530
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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