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#393 of 864 schools in NM

Top 45% in state

Cleveland Middle

Middle School · ALBUQUERQUE

6910 NATALIE ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#393 of 864

In Albuquerque

#69 of 190

public schools

In district

#57 of 169

ALBUQUERQUE

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Cleveland Middle

6.4/10

Middle School in Albuquerque · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cleveland Middle

Cleveland Middle is a public middle school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Cleveland Middle serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Cleveland Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,108
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Cleveland Middle — Students at Cleveland Middle score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

101.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
41%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
27%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
36%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Cleveland Middle Compares

See how Cleveland Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
55th percentile in NM
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
101%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6910 NATALIE ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cleveland Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEX GEN ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque 0.1 mi
NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.4 mi 9.4
COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.6 mi 5.7
GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.6 mi 3.7
NEX GEN ACADEMY Albuquerque 0.8 mi 8.8
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.9 mi 6.5
DEL NORTE HIGH Albuquerque 0.9 mi 4.8
SANDIA HIGH Albuquerque 1.0 mi 8.1
ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.2 mi 4.5
SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Albuquerque 1.1 mi 4.5
ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.3 mi 7.3
ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.3 mi 8.1
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.4 mi 6.7
ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.3 mi 7.3
DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.4 mi 8.4
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.3 mi 5.0
ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.7 mi 5.4
THE GREAT ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 4.8
BEL-AIR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.5 mi 3.0
MCKINLEY MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,593

Median Home Value

$251,400

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

40,142

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

41.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
JEFFERSON MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM 6.5
PORTALES JR HIGH Portales, NM 6.5
TAOS MIDDLE Taos, NM 6.5
EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe, NM 6.3
L.B. JOHNSON MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM 6.3
TAYLOR MIDDLE Lovington, NM 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cleveland Middle

What grades does Cleveland Middle serve?

Cleveland Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Cleveland Middle?

Cleveland Middle has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cleveland Middle rank in NM?

Cleveland Middle ranks #393 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Cleveland Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Cleveland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cleveland Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cleveland Middle a charter school?

No, Cleveland Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cleveland Middle a Title I school?

No, Cleveland Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Middle?

101.4% of students at Cleveland Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
101.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

ALBUQUERQUE
District Enrollment
76,756
Schools in District
174
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,108
District Rank
#57 of 169

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