Serving 255 students in grades 6-8, T Or C 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 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
T Or C Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
T Or C Middle School's student population of 255 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth or Consequences Middle School Home of the Tigers
School Rankings
T Or C 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 T Or C Middle School is 0.57, 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
#463 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
52%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
40%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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 (13-14)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
T Or C School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T Or C Middle School's ranking?
T Or C Middle School is ranked #463 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend T Or C Middle School?
255 students attend T Or C Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of T Or C Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T Or C Middle School?
T Or C Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does T Or C Middle School offer ?
T Or C Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is T Or C Middle School part of?
T Or C Middle School is part of T Or C School District.
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