Serving 73 students in grades 6-8, Melrose Junior ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Junior ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Melrose Junior's student population of 73 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
73 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Melrose Junior ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melrose Junior is 0.46, 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
#200 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
12%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
29%
63%
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Black
n/a
2%
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White
68%
20%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
74%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Junior's ranking?
Melrose Junior is ranked #200 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Melrose Junior?
73 students attend Melrose Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Melrose Junior students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Junior?
Melrose Junior has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melrose Junior offer ?
Melrose Junior offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Melrose Junior part of?
Melrose Junior is part of Melrose School District.
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