SANTA TERESA MIDDLE SCHOOL

SANTA TERESA MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the GADSDEN school district, located in SANTA TERESA, NM with about 666 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, SANTA TERESA MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SANTA TERESA MIDDLE School is a public school located in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, and serves as part of the Gadsden Independent School District. Situated near the U.S.-Mexico border, the school functions as a critical educational hub for the local community, focusing on the academic and personal development of students during their transition between elementary and high school. The school’s mission generally aligns with the district’s broader goals of fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement, cultural awareness, and preparation for future academic success.

As a core institution in the Gadsden district, SANTA TERESA MIDDLE School emphasizes a diverse curriculum that addresses core subjects while incorporating extracurricular opportunities designed to engage a variety of student interests. The school leverages its location to provide a bilingual and bicultural educational experience, reflecting the demographic makeup of the surrounding region. By focusing on collaboration between faculty, parents, and the community, the school strives to create a structured yet inclusive atmosphere that prepares its student body for the rigors of the high school level.

For more information, contact SANTA TERESA MIDDLE at (505) 882-6203 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.