Serving 486 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 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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 486 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 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 0.60, 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
#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
12:1
14:1
American Indian
19%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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?
486 students attend Mckinley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mckinley Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
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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