James Monroe Middle vs Tony Hillerman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Monroe Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
630 students
Tony Hillerman Middle School
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
860 students
| Measure | James Monroe Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Tony Hillerman Middle School Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 138 | #50 of 138 |
| National rank | #13797 of 15,369 | #13259 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 630 | 860 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 860 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tony Hillerman Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.9 vs 19.9).
- •Tony Hillerman Middle School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •Tony Hillerman Middle School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 26%).
- •James Monroe Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.1).
- •Tony Hillerman Middle School is the larger school with 860 students compared with 630.
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 James Monroe Middle better than Tony Hillerman Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Tony Hillerman Middle School ranks higher (22.9 vs 19.9 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 James Monroe Middle and Tony Hillerman Middle School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Monroe Middle: 630. Tony Hillerman Middle School: 860. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Monroe Middle and Tony Hillerman Middle School rank in New Mexico?
James Monroe Middle is 63rd of 138 and Tony Hillerman Middle School is 50th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).