TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
860 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Tony Hillerman Middle School, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Albuquerque Public Schools district. Named after the celebrated mystery novelist known for his evocative portrayals of the American Southwest, the school aims to foster an environment of academic growth, creativity, and community engagement. It caters to middle-school-aged students, providing a curriculum designed to bridge the transition from elementary education to high school, with a focus on core academic subjects alongside extracurricular enrichment.
The school is deeply rooted in its local community, and its physical location on Rainbow Boulevard places it in a growing area of the Westside of Albuquerque. As reflected in its online presence, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment, clear communication with families, and a commitment to preparing students for future success. By balancing rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for young adolescents, Tony Hillerman Middle School strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their personal best.
The school is deeply rooted in its local community, and its physical location on Rainbow Boulevard places it in a growing area of the Westside of Albuquerque. As reflected in its online presence, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment, clear communication with families, and a commitment to preparing students for future success. By balancing rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for young adolescents, Tony Hillerman Middle School strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their personal best.
860
Total Students
61.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 183 |
| Hispanic | 544 |
| Black | 20 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More | 56 |
| American Indian | 41 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic544 (63.3%)
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White183 (21.3%)
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Two or More56 (6.5%)
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American Indian41 (4.8%)
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Black20 (2.3%)
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Asian15 (1.7%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | ALBUQUERQUE |
| Phone: | (505)792-0698 |
| Website: | http://tonyhillerman.aps.edu |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 860 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 61.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 855 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
262
Grade 7
287
Grade 8
311
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 262 |
| Grade 7 | 287 |
| Grade 8 | 311 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 431 | 50.1% |
| Male | 429 | 49.9% |
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