Serving 517 students in grades 6, Marshall 6th Grade Academy 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 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall 6th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marshall 6th Grade Academy's student population of 517 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Marshall 6th Grade Academy 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 Marshall 6th Grade Academy is 0.54, 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
#413 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
62%
63%
Black
6%
2%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy is ranked #413 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Marshall 6th Grade Academy often compared to?
Marshall 6th Grade Academyis often viewed alongside schools like W D Gattis Middle School, Yucca Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Marshall 6th Grade Academy?
517 students attend Marshall 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marshall 6th Grade Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall 6th Grade Academy?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Marshall 6th Grade Academy part of?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy is part of Clovis School District.
School Reviews
4 2/25/2017
it is a good school i like how ms cyntia lopez teaches math.
5 9/6/2010
the teachers are awesome, athletics are awesome Marshall is AWESOME
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