Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montessori Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Elementary School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montessori Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
48%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
74%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Montessori Elementary School?
441 students attend Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Montessori Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% 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 19:1, 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 Prekindergarten-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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