Serving 802 students in grades 6-8, James Monroe Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Monroe Middle School's student population of 802 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of James Monroe 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are James Monroe Middle School often compared to?
James Monroe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tony Hillerman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Middle School?
802 students attend James Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of James Monroe Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Monroe Middle School?
James Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Monroe Middle School offer ?
James Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Monroe Middle School part of?
James Monroe Middle School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is James Monroe Middle School located?
James Monroe Middle School is located in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Paradise Hills Civic.
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