Serving 416 students in grades 7-8, Los Alamitos 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 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Alamitos Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Alamitos Middle School's student population of 416 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Los Alamitos 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 Los Alamitos Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#713 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
46%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
10%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Grants School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Alamitos Middle School's ranking?
Los Alamitos Middle School is ranked #713 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Los Alamitos Middle School?
416 students attend Los Alamitos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Los Alamitos Middle School students are American Indian, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Alamitos Middle School?
Los Alamitos Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Alamitos Middle School offer ?
Los Alamitos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Alamitos Middle School part of?
Los Alamitos Middle School is part of Grants School District.
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