Serving 422 students in grades 6-8, Van Buren 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 6% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 6%
- Reading Proficiency: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Van Buren Middle School's student population of 422 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Van Buren Middle School is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
71%
62%
Black
8%
2%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Middle School?
422 students attend Van Buren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Van Buren Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buren Middle School?
Van Buren Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Buren Middle School offer ?
Van Buren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Van Buren Middle School part of?
Van Buren Middle School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Buren Middle School located?
Van Buren Middle School is located in the Trumbull Village neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
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