Truman Middle School

9400 Benavides Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Truman 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 11% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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: 671 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in NM
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Truman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

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School Overview

Truman Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
671 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
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School Rankings

Truman 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 Truman Middle School is 0.12, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#660 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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11%
24%
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22%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Truman Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
21%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
12%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
94%
62%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
4%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New Mexico.
0.12
This chart displays the diversity score of Truman Middle School and the public school average diversity score of New Mexico by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
4%
8%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Truman Middle School's ranking?
Truman Middle School is ranked #660 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Truman Middle School?
671 students attend Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Truman Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truman Middle School?
Truman Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Truman Middle School offer ?
Truman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Truman Middle School part of?
Truman Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Truman Middle School located?
Truman Middle School is located in the Westgate Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Westgate Heights.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 671 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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