Serving 491 students in grades 6-8, L.b. Johnson Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 25% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
L.b. Johnson Middle School's student population of 491 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
L.b. Johnson Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L.b. Johnson Middle School is 0.42, 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
#227 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
75%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
13%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L.b. Johnson Middle School's ranking?
L.b. Johnson Middle School is ranked #227 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are L.b. Johnson Middle School often compared to?
L.b. Johnson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Monroe Middle School, Tony Hillerman Middle School, White Sands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend L.b. Johnson Middle School?
491 students attend L.b. Johnson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of L.b. Johnson Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L.b. Johnson Middle School?
L.b. Johnson Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does L.b. Johnson Middle School offer ?
L.b. Johnson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L.b. Johnson Middle School part of?
L.b. Johnson Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is L.b. Johnson Middle School located?
L.b. Johnson Middle School is located in the Taylor Ranch neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Taylor Ranch.
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