Serving 468 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 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 equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- 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 468 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckinley 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 Mckinley Middle School is 0.56, which is equal to 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)
20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
18%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mckinley Middle School's ranking?
Mckinley Middle School is ranked #699 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
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?
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 Mckinley Middle School?
468 students attend Mckinley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mckinley Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% 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 equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
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 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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