Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
47%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
45%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Moriarty-Edgewood School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #133 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
281 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Edgewood Middle School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Moriarty-Edgewood School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think edgewood middle school is a very good school. It has a great amount of extracurricular activities including track,volleyball and basketball.Although not many parents will not be involved they try to meet as many as possible, but unlike some people say this school does as much as possible it is the students that won't include the parents in their learning.
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