Serving 222 students in grades 6-8, Polk 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 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Polk Middle School serves the southwest part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 182.7 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 20.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polk Middle School's student population of 222 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Success
School Rankings
Polk 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 Polk Middle School is 0.32, 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
#747 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)65.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk Middle School's ranking?
Polk Middle School is ranked #747 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Polk Middle School?
222 students attend Polk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Polk Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polk Middle School?
Polk Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Polk Middle School offer ?
Polk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polk Middle School part of?
Polk Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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