Serving 208 students in grades 6, Lovington 6th Grade Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Lovington 6th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
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Lovington 6th Grade Academy's student population of 208 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Lovington 6th Grade Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovington 6th Grade Academy is 0.31, 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
#293 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
82%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lovington 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy is ranked #293 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Lovington 6th Grade Academy?
208 students attend Lovington 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lovington 6th Grade Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovington 6th Grade Academy?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lovington 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lovington 6th Grade Academy part of?
Lovington 6th Grade Academy is part of Lovington School District.
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