House Junior High

House Junior High is a public middle school serving grades 6-8 in the small town of House, New Mexico. With significant improvements in its academic performance over the past decade, this school has climbed from a low ranking of 179 out of 222 New Mexico middle schools in 2013-2014 to an impressive 26 out of 165 in the 2023-2024 school year, earning it a 4 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.

House Junior High stands out for its strong academic achievements, consistently outperforming the state average in proficiency rates for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. Particularly noteworthy is the exceptional performance of the school's 8th-grade students, with 66.7% proficient or better in both ELA and Mathematics, far exceeding the state averages of 33.2% and 19.7%, respectively. The school also maintains a relatively high four-year graduation rate, ranging from 76.0% to 78.0% in recent years, higher than the state average.

While House Junior High has made impressive strides, the school is also facing a changing demographic landscape, with a significant increase in the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 41.67% in 2021-2022 to 77.78% in 2023-2024. This suggests a growing population of economically disadvantaged students, which may require additional resources and support to ensure their continued academic success. Nevertheless, the school's consistent focus on improving outcomes and its exceptional 8th-grade performance indicate a strong foundation for further progress.