Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Harrison 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 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harrison Middle School's student population of 343 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
97%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Middle School's ranking?
Harrison Middle School is ranked #699 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Harrison Middle School?
343 students attend Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harrison Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Middle School?
Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Middle School offer ?
Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harrison Middle School part of?
Harrison Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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