Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Jefferson Montessori ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Montessori's student population of 254 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Montessori is 0.52, which is less 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
#392 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
48%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)57%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Montessori's ranking?
Jefferson Montessori is ranked #392 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Jefferson Montessori often compared to?
Jefferson Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like J Paul Taylor Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Montessori?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Montessori is 57%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Jefferson Montessori?
254 students attend Jefferson Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jefferson Montessori students are White, 48% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Montessori?
Jefferson Montessori has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Montessori offer ?
Jefferson Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Jefferson Montessori part of?
Jefferson Montessori is part of Carlsbad Municipal Schools School District.
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