Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, James Monroe Middle School 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 27% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Monroe Middle School's student population of 659 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
James Monroe Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Monroe Middle School is 0.54, 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
#314 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
65%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 James Monroe Middle School's ranking?
James Monroe Middle School is ranked #314 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are James Monroe Middle School often compared to?
James Monroe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tony Hillerman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Middle School?
659 students attend James Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of James Monroe Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Monroe Middle School?
James Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Monroe Middle School offer ?
James Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Monroe Middle School part of?
James Monroe Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is James Monroe Middle School located?
James Monroe Middle School is located in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Paradise Hills Civic.
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