Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Garfield 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garfield Middle serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield Middle School's student population of 282 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Things That Work and Making Things Work Better
School Rankings
Garfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Middle School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)54.3%
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 (10-11)
5%
6%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Middle School's ranking?
Garfield Middle School is ranked #695 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Garfield Middle School often compared to?
Garfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Mexico Academy For The Media Arts, Desert Ridge Middle School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Garfield Middle School?
282 students attend Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Garfield Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Middle School?
Garfield Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garfield Middle School offer ?
Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield Middle School part of?
Garfield Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Middle School located?
Garfield Middle School is located in the Near North Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Near North Valley.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school!!! The teachers are amazing and supportive if you reach out to them. Advanced classes are pretty hard if but easy to make up. The stem method is mixed into all classes. 100%!!!!
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