Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 12% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 12%
- Reading Proficiency: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 392 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Middle School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
93%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
2%
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%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
392 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 3/9/2007
a. poor
b. very available most of the of time, although not that many things to choose from
c. cant recall anyone getting any kind of award for athletics
d.very poor and dirty
e. only time a parent was there honestly was if a child got suspended or parent teacher confrencesI would never recommend this school. There is ALWAYS after school fights in some place they call the 6th alley, and there are very very few teachers that actually teach something instead of telling you the answer. I was a former student, was there last year (2005-2006) and the new princepal is horrible. She would take drinks people bought out of there hands and through them away. I know your child would complain about here. Just save the time and not take your child here. A girl was raped in the bathroom last year. One more thing I would like to point out is the princepal was accused of stealing last year (not sure if they ever proved it though, and it was by an adult at some other place), oh ya and the teachers would also admit out loud that they did'nt like the princepal. Students would also sell drugs to other childrens parents and sometimes the janitor. Thats where im going to stop, I think this will have enough reason to not take your child to "WMS" (as we used to call it).
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