Serving 511 students in grades 6, Marshall 6th Grade Academy 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 30% (which is lower 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 74% 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
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall Middle serves the southeast part of Clovis, NM, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall 6th Grade Academy's student population of 511 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall 6th Grade Academy 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 Marshall 6th Grade Academy is 0.52, 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
#375 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)
30%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
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
26%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Kittens
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy is ranked #375 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Marshall 6th Grade Academy often compared to?
Marshall 6th Grade Academyis often viewed alongside schools like W D Gattis Middle School, Yucca 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Marshall 6th Grade Academy?
511 students attend Marshall 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Marshall 6th Grade Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall 6th Grade Academy?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall 6th Grade Academy part of?
Marshall 6th Grade Academy is part of Clovis School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
the teachers are awesome, athletics are awesome Marshall is AWESOME
4 10/10/2025
it is a good school i like how ms cyntia lopez teaches math.
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