Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Ernie Pyle 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 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 98% 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: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernie Pyle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ernie Pyle Middle School's student population of 415 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Ernie Pyle 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 Ernie Pyle Middle School is 0.08, 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
#718 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Ernie Pyle Middle School's ranking?
Ernie Pyle Middle School is ranked #718 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Ernie Pyle Middle School?
415 students attend Ernie Pyle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ernie Pyle Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernie Pyle Middle School?
Ernie Pyle Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ernie Pyle Middle School offer ?
Ernie Pyle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ernie Pyle Middle School part of?
Ernie Pyle Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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