Serving 452 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 33% (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 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 33% (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 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montessori Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
58%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
29%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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 #105 out of 796 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?
33% 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?
452 students attend Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Montessori Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori Elementary School?
Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montessori Elementary School offer ?
Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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