Serving 367 students in grades 7-8, Mesa Alta Jr High 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 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Mesa Alta Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Mesa Alta Jr High School's student population of 367 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Mesa Alta Jr High 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 Mesa Alta Jr High School is 0.67, 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
#593 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
42%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
23%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
33%
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 (15-16)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Mesa Alta Jr High School's ranking?
Mesa Alta Jr High School is ranked #593 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Alta Jr High School?
367 students attend Mesa Alta Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mesa Alta Jr High School students are American Indian, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Alta Jr High School?
Mesa Alta Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesa Alta Jr High School offer ?
Mesa Alta Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa Alta Jr High School part of?
Mesa Alta Jr High School is part of Bloomfield School District.
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