Summary:
The Moriarty-Edgewood area is home to two middle schools, Edgewood Middle and Moriarty Middle, both serving students in grades 6-8. Based on the available data, Edgewood Middle stands out as the higher-performing school in the area, consistently ranking higher than Moriarty Middle in statewide rankings and outperforming the district and state averages in key academic metrics.
Edgewood Middle is currently ranked 45 out of 235 New Mexico middle schools, with a 4-star rating, while Moriarty Middle is ranked 181 out of 235, with a 1-star rating. Edgewood Middle outperforms the Moriarty-Edgewood district and the state of New Mexico in proficiency rates for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
Both schools serve a high-need student population, with 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, the significant gap in performance between the two schools raises questions about the factors contributing to the difference in outcomes, such as teaching strategies, resources, and other school-level practices. The data highlights the importance of analyzing school-level performance to identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement, which can inform targeted interventions and support for student success.
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