Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, Kennedy 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 20% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennedy Middle School's student population of 308 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Kennedy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Middle School is 0.53, 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
#658 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
67%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
Kennedy Middle School is ranked #658 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abq School Of Excellence 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 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Middle School?
308 students attend Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kennedy Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Middle School?
Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennedy Middle School offer ?
Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Middle School part of?
Kennedy Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Middle School located?
Kennedy Middle School is located in the Princess Jeanne neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Princess Jeanne.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
I love this school so much. Mr.Bortot is a very helpful and courageous principal he is like a teacher. He gives you warnings and helps you before you do somwthing bad. Whenever i need help with anything they will help me and if we have bad grades they give us a couple of days before and remind us that we need to turn in work. Mrs. Arnette just came this year and she is very helpful. I love this school so much i have been her sonce 6th grade but its sad because its my last yeasr here. I Will miss you guys Posted by Student/Alumni -tiaudria
5 6/23/2017
Kennedy Middle School is the greatest school ever never meant to make this any better I hope I'll be here next year their student teachers and their students are the best ever even this teacher in the special ed classes are maybe better ingrate Miss Shannon is a great teacher but as you guys know
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