LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE

GRANTS-CIBOLA COUNTY SCHOOLS
282 CASA BLANCA ROAD EXIT 108
CASA BLANCE, NM 87007
30 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Laguna-Acoma Middle School is a public institution located in Casa Blanca, New Mexico, serving as part of the Grants/Cibola County School District. Situated along historic Highway 66, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, primarily serving students from the nearby Laguna and Acoma Pueblos. The school’s mission emphasizes the importance of academic rigor while fostering an environment that respects and incorporates the unique cultural heritage of its diverse student body.

The school provides a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to Laguna-Acoma High School. Beyond core academic subjects, the institution focuses on holistic student development through various extracurricular activities and support services aimed at promoting both social and emotional well-being. By maintaining strong ties with the tribal communities, Laguna-Acoma Middle School strives to provide an educational experience that is both inclusive and culturally responsive, ensuring that students remain connected to their traditions while gaining the skills necessary for future success.
30
Total Students
13.2
Full-Time Teachers
2.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
110.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    25 (83.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    2 (6.7 %)
  • White
    1 (3.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (3.3 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (3.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: GRANTS-CIBOLA COUNTY SCHOOLS
Phone: (505)285-2667
Website: http://www.gccs.k12.nm.us
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 30
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 2.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 33
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 16
Grade 8 14
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Laguna Middle School
Laguna Middle School
Charter School 104 Students
51 Rodeo Dr
Laguna, NM 87026 (6.5 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th