Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Mckinley 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 9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Math Proficiency: 9%
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Top 1% in NM)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckinley Middle School's student population of 521 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mckinley Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)9%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
19%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mckinley Middle School often compared to?
Mckinley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Middle School?
521 students attend Mckinley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mckinley Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Middle School?
Mckinley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinley Middle School offer ?
Mckinley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mckinley Middle School part of?
Mckinley Middle School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mckinley Middle School located?
Mckinley Middle School is located in the McKinley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in McKinley.
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