Harrison Middle vs Polk Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrison Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
265 students
Polk Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
222 students
| Measure | Harrison Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Polk Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #83 of 138 | #95 of 138 |
| National rank | #14235 of 15,369 | #14465 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 265 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 96.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 6% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harrison Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 15.8).
- •Harrison Middle does better on math proficiency (8% vs 6%).
- •Harrison Middle does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 10%).
- •Polk Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.4% vs 99.2%).
- •Polk Middle does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 9.8).
- •Harrison Middle is the larger school with 265 students compared with 222.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Harrison Middle better than Polk Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Harrison Middle ranks higher (17.2 vs 15.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Harrison Middle and Polk Middle?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harrison Middle: 265. Polk Middle: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harrison Middle and Polk Middle rank in New Mexico?
Harrison Middle is 83rd of 138 and Polk Middle is 95th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).