Summary:
The Bernalillo area is home to 4 middle schools that serve students in grades 6-8. While the schools generally perform below state averages, Cochiti Middle stands out as a relative bright spot, with higher proficiency rates, a stronger statewide ranking, and smaller class sizes compared to the other middle schools in the Bernalillo district.
The Bernalillo middle schools face significant challenges, with all 4 schools having very high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 98.94% to 100%. This indicates that the student populations are predominantly economically disadvantaged, which likely presents unique resource needs and barriers to academic success. Proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are consistently below state averages, with gaps ranging from 8 to 29 percentage points.
Despite these challenges, Cochiti Middle stands out as a potential model for the district. With a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger and a statewide ranking of 149 out of 235 middle schools, Cochiti Middle has the highest proficiency rates and the lowest student-teacher ratio among the Bernalillo middle schools. Exploring the practices and strategies that contribute to Cochiti Middle's relatively stronger performance could provide valuable insights for supporting student achievement across the district.
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