Serving 474 students in grades 6-8, Cleveland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland Middle serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cleveland Middle School's student population of 474 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a generation of global citizens
School Rankings
Cleveland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Middle School is 0.66, 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
#325 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Middle School's ranking?
Cleveland Middle School is ranked #325 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cleveland Middle School often compared to?
Cleveland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Middle School, Roosevelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Middle School?
474 students attend Cleveland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cleveland Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Middle School?
Cleveland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cleveland Middle School offer ?
Cleveland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland Middle School part of?
Cleveland Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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