Serving 616 students in grades 6-8, Zia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zia Middle School's student population of 616 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream, Believe, Achieve
School Rankings
Zia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zia Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
80%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
16%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zia Middle School's ranking?
Zia Middle School is ranked #589 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Zia Middle School often compared to?
Zia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Sands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Zia Middle School?
616 students attend Zia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Zia Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zia Middle School?
Zia Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zia Middle School offer ?
Zia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zia Middle School part of?
Zia Middle School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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