Serving 616 students in grades 6-8, Chief Manuelito 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 16% (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 21:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Manuelito Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chief Manuelito Middle School's student population of 616 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Chief Manuelito 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 Chief Manuelito 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
#592 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
72%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
4%
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
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
6%
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 Chief Manuelito Middle School's ranking?
Chief Manuelito Middle School is ranked #592 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?
16% 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 Chief Manuelito Middle School?
616 students attend Chief Manuelito Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Chief Manuelito Middle School students are American Indian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chief Manuelito Middle School?
Chief Manuelito Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chief Manuelito Middle School offer ?
Chief Manuelito Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Manuelito Middle School part of?
Chief Manuelito Middle School is part of Gallup School District.
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