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#404 of 864 schools in NM

Top 47% in state

L.b. Johnson Middle

Middle School · ALBUQUERQUE

6811 TAYLOR RANCH DR NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#404 of 864

In Albuquerque

#72 of 190

public schools

In district

#59 of 169

ALBUQUERQUE

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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L.b. Johnson Middle

6.3/10

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

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About L.b. Johnson Middle

L.b. Johnson Middle is a public middle school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. L.b.

Johnson Middle serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. L.b. Johnson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #404 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for L.b. Johnson Middle show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at L.b. Johnson 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-2.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment6.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,108
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

L.b. Johnson Middle — Students at L.b. Johnson Middle score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (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
47%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
25%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
47%

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

How L.b. Johnson Middle Compares

See how L.b. Johnson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
53th percentile in NM
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

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

6811 TAYLOR RANCH DR NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L.b. Johnson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES MONROE MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.5 mi 6.1
MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.5 mi 4.9
CHAMIZA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.6 mi 5.1
BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.3 mi 7.3
PETROGLYPH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.8 mi 5.7
ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque 2.1 mi 6.4
CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.2 mi 4.7
SUNSET VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.3 mi 6.0
JAMES MONROE MIDDLE Albuquerque 2.4 mi 5.6
PARADISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque 2.5 mi 7.5
SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.7 mi 5.2
MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque 2.5 mi 5.5
VOLCANO VISTA HIGH Albuquerque 2.4 mi 7.0
MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL Albuquerque 2.7 mi 7.4
MIGHTY B ACADEMY Albuquerque 2.7 mi 4.4
ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.5 mi 8.0
TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Albuquerque 2.6 mi 7.5
GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.9 mi 4.7
SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 3.3 mi 4.5
VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 3.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,887

Median Home Value

$276,900

Median Rent

$1,404/mo

Population

65,477

College Educated

38.9%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L.b. Johnson Middle

What grades does L.b. Johnson Middle serve?

L.b. Johnson Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend L.b. Johnson Middle?

L.b. Johnson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L.b. Johnson Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at L.b. Johnson Middle is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does L.b. Johnson Middle rank in NM?

L.b. Johnson Middle ranks #404 of 864 schools in NM.

What is L.b. Johnson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

L.b. Johnson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 L.b. Johnson Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, L.b. Johnson Middle has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is L.b. Johnson Middle a charter school?

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

Is L.b. Johnson Middle a Title I school?

No, L.b. Johnson Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L.b. Johnson Middle?

77.8% of students at L.b. Johnson 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

District

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

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