Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, Grant 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 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 85% 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: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Grant Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Middle School 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 Grant Middle School is 0.57, which is more 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
#328 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Grant Middle School's ranking?
Grant Middle School is ranked #328 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Grant Middle School often compared to?
Grant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Grant Middle School?
300 students attend Grant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Grant Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grant Middle School?
Grant Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grant Middle School offer ?
Grant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grant Middle School part of?
Grant Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant Middle School located?
Grant Middle School is located in the Mesa Village neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
School Reviews
5 2/2/2007
I attended Grant Middle school for two years. The teachers and staff at Grant were excellent and taught all the students well. They have performing arts classes and also many various sports. The students excell in the advanced classes and regular ed classes. The principal at grant middle school is one of the best principals in the state. I loved the school and now I am attending SDSU by a scholarship
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