Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montessori Of The Rio Grande ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Of The Rio Grande ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Of The Rio Grande's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montessori Of The Rio Grande ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Of The Rio Grande is 0.65, 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
#52 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
41%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Of The Rio Grande's ranking?
Montessori Of The Rio Grande is ranked #52 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Montessori Of The Rio Grande often compared to?
Montessori Of The Rio Grandeis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Montessori Of The Rio Grande?
219 students attend Montessori Of The Rio Grande.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Montessori Of The Rio Grande students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Of The Rio Grande?
Montessori Of The Rio Grande has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montessori Of The Rio Grande offer ?
Montessori Of The Rio Grande offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montessori Of The Rio Grande part of?
Montessori Of The Rio Grande is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Of The Rio Grande located?
Montessori Of The Rio Grande is located in the Los Duranes neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Los Duranes.
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