Serving 329 students in grades 7-8, Milagro 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milagro Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Milagro Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Milagro 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 Milagro Middle School is 0.19, 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
#598 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
90%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
7%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Santa Fe School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milagro Middle School's ranking?
Milagro Middle School is ranked #598 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Milagro Middle School?
329 students attend Milagro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Milagro Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milagro Middle School?
Milagro Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milagro Middle School offer ?
Milagro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milagro Middle School part of?
Milagro Middle School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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