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.
860
Total Students
61.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White183
Hispanic544
Black20
Asian15
Two or More56
American Indian41
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    544 (63.3%)
  • White
    183 (21.3%)
  • Two or More
    56 (6.5%)
  • American Indian
    41 (4.8%)
  • Black
    20 (2.3%)
  • Asian
    15 (1.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6262
Grade 7287
Grade 8311
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43150.1%
Male42949.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)