What grades does DEXTER MIDDLE serve?

As a Middle school, DEXTER MIDDLE serves students in DEXTER, NM. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is DEXTER MIDDLE located?

You can find DEXTER MIDDLE in DEXTER, NM.

What is the student-teacher ratio at DEXTER MIDDLE?

At DEXTER MIDDLE, there are approximately 14.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in DEXTER, NM?

DEXTER MIDDLE is among the schools serving DEXTER, NM. The school is part of the local school system.

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Dexter Middle — School Calendar 2026-27

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DEXTER, NM 88230

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Nov

Mon

Teacher Work DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Thu

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Mon

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Jan

Tue

MOY Math & ELA TestingexamDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

186

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Rural

District

DEXTER

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(575)734-5420

School Statistics

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

4 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.8:1

Worse than average in NM

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

150

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$20,081

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,167

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$21,095

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 70%Local 17%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$168,748

-3.5% 1yr+2.1% 5yr

Roswell, NM metro area

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

33.7%

Below 150% poverty line

5.2%

Unemployment rate

9.1%

Uninsured residents

18.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

119

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

105

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

56%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

39 (37%)

Speech/Language Impairment

28 (27%)

Other Health Impairment

11 (10%)

Autism

5 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

178

Current enrollment

Declining(-18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Teacher Work Day

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Staff Day

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

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Break

Thu, Dec 17, 2026

Early Release

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in DEXTER. Dexter Middle follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	District Closed - Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	SAT Testing - Grade 12 ONLYDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Parent Teacher ConfDistrict-wide Check the conference schedule for sign-up times and location information.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Parent Teacher ConfDistrict-wide Check the conference schedule for sign-up times and location information.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	MOY Math & ELA TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Teacher Work DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	ACCESS Testing beginsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	District Closed - President's DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Mar 4, 2027	Parent Teacher ConfDistrict-wide Check the conference schedule for sign-up times and location information.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Parent Teacher ConfDistrict-wide Check the conference schedule for sign-up times and location information.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	ASR Testing - Grade 11District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	District Closed - Memorial DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—