Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Cleveland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cleveland Middle School's student population of 509 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
509 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cleveland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Middle School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
13%
12%

Asian
3%
1%

Hispanic
57%
62%

Black
4%
2%

White
17%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Middle School's ranking?
Cleveland Middle School is ranked #296 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cleveland Middle School often compared to?
Cleveland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Middle School?
509 students attend Cleveland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cleveland Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleveland Middle School?
Cleveland Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cleveland Middle School offer ?
Cleveland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cleveland Middle School part of?
Cleveland Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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