Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Polk 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 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 96% 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: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Polk Middle School's student population of 269 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polk 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 Polk Middle School is 0.17, 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
#785 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
91%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk Middle School's ranking?
Polk Middle School is ranked #785 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Polk Middle School?
269 students attend Polk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Polk Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polk Middle School?
Polk Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Polk Middle School offer ?
Polk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Polk Middle School part of?
Polk Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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