Serving 163 students in grades 6-8, Caton 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caton Middle School's student population of 163 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Caton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caton Middle School is 0.44, 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
#683 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
70%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caton Middle School's ranking?
Caton Middle School is ranked #683 out of 810 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Caton Middle School?
163 students attend Caton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Caton Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caton Middle School?
Caton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Caton Middle School offer ?
Caton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caton Middle School part of?
Caton Middle School is part of Eunice School District.
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