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#527 of 864 schools in NM
Truman Middle
Middle School · ALBUQUERQUE
9400 BENAVIDES RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#527 of 864
In Albuquerque
#100 of 190
public schools
In district
#85 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Truman Middle
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About Truman Middle
Truman Middle is a public middle school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Truman Middle serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Truman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #527 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Truman Middle show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Truman 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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Truman Middle — Students at Truman Middle score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
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: 5.7/10.
How Truman Middle Compares
See how Truman 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
9400 BENAVIDES RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Truman Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE (rated 3.9/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| CARLOS REY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TOWER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ROBERT F. KENNEDY CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ATRISCO HERITAGE ACADEMY HS Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| JIMMY CARTER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,184
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
76,135
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
31.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola, NM | 5.7 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield, NM | 5.7 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces, NM | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Roswell, NM | 5.8 |
| JAMES MONROE MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Truman Middle
What grades does Truman Middle serve?
Truman Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Truman Middle?
Truman Middle has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Truman Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Truman Middle is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Truman Middle rank in NM?
Truman Middle ranks #527 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Truman Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Truman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Truman Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Truman Middle has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Truman Middle a charter school?
No, Truman Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Truman Middle a Title I school?
No, Truman Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Truman Middle?
100.2% of students at Truman 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
- 573
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (505) 836-3030
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #85 of 169
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