Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgewood Middle serves the northwest part of Moriarty, NM, covering an extensive area of approximately 511.9 square miles, with typical driving times of 20-30 minutes for families living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is about 14.9 miles, reaching up to 31.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Middle School is 0.58, 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
#133 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
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 Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #133 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
281 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Edgewood Middle School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Moriarty-Edgewood School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think edgewood middle school is a very good school. It has a great amount of extracurricular activities including track,volleyball and basketball.Although not many parents will not be involved they try to meet as many as possible, but unlike some people say this school does as much as possible it is the students that won't include the parents in their learning.
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