Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montezuma Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 13%
- Reading Proficiency: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montezuma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Montezuma Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montezuma Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)13%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montezuma Elementary School often compared to?
Montezuma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alameda Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School, Zuni Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Montezuma Elementary School?
325 students attend Montezuma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montezuma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montezuma Elementary School?
Montezuma Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montezuma Elementary School offer ?
Montezuma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montezuma Elementary School part of?
Montezuma Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Montezuma Elementary School located?
Montezuma Elementary School is located in the Summit Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Summit Park.
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