Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Montessori Elementary 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 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Elementary School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montessori Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#138 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
51%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
Montessori Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 810 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Montessori Elementary School?
439 students attend Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Montessori Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Elementary School?
Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montessori Elementary School offer ?
Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Montessori Elementary School part of?
Montessori Elementary School is part of Montessori Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Elementary School located?
Montessori Elementary School is located in the The Estates At Rancho Caballero neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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