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#486 of 864 schools in NM
John Adams Middle
Middle School · ALBUQUERQUE
5401 GLENRIO RD NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#486 of 864
In Albuquerque
#90 of 190
public schools
In district
#75 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About John Adams Middle
John Adams Middle is a public middle school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. John Adams Middle serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for John Adams Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John Adams 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.
57% of students at John Adams 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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John Adams Middle — Students at John Adams Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How John Adams Middle Compares
See how John Adams 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
5401 GLENRIO RD NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Adams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORIZON ACADEMY WEST (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST MESA HIGH Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| CRESTVIEW SDA ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| SUSIE RAYOS MARMON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ALAMOSA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HORIZON ACADEMY WEST Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SAN FELIPE DE NERI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| PAINTED SKY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| MANZANO DAY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,928
Median Home Value
$200,300
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
54,215
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants, NM | 5.9 |
| SPARTAN LEARNING ACADEMY Bernalillo, NM | 5.9 |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty, NM | 6.0 |
| WEST LAS VEGAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Las Vegas, NM | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.8 |
| HARRISON MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Adams Middle
What grades does John Adams Middle serve?
John Adams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Adams Middle?
John Adams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John Adams Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Adams Middle rank in NM?
John Adams Middle ranks #486 of 864 schools in NM.
What is John Adams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 John Adams Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John Adams Middle a charter school?
No, John Adams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Adams Middle a Title I school?
No, John Adams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Adams Middle?
101.0% of students at John Adams 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (505) 831-0400
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #75 of 169
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