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Garfield Middle
Middle School · ALBUQUERQUE
3501 SIXTH ST NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#549 of 864
In Albuquerque
#104 of 190
public schools
In district
#89 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Garfield Middle
Garfield Middle is a public middle school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Garfield Middle serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Garfield Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
51% of students at Garfield 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
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Garfield Middle — Students at Garfield Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Garfield Middle Compares
See how Garfield Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3501 SIXTH ST NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIERRA ADENTRO (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALBUQUERQUE HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER Albuquerque | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LOS PUENTES CHARTER Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MOUNTAIN MAHOGANY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CONTINUATION SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | — |
| SEQUOYAH Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | — |
| ACE LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| TIERRA ADENTRO Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MIGHTY B ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ALBUQUERQUE HIGH Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,663
Median Home Value
$282,000
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
26,993
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TAYLOR MIDDLE Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola, NM | 5.7 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield, NM | 5.7 |
| BERNALILLO ELEMENTARY Bernalillo, NM | 5.4 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Middle
What grades does Garfield Middle serve?
Garfield Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garfield Middle?
Garfield Middle has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Middle rank in NM?
Garfield Middle ranks #549 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Garfield Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Garfield Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garfield Middle a charter school?
No, Garfield Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Middle a Title I school?
No, Garfield Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Middle?
101.3% of students at Garfield 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.5%
- Phone
- (505) 344-1647
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #89 of 169
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