Aztec School District
School District · Aztec, New Mexico
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,624
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,624
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Evaluating Aztec?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Aztec as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Lydia Rippey Elementary
Aztec · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mosaic Academy Charter
Aztec · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mccoy Avenue Elementary
Aztec · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Mexico rank
#44 of 88
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above New Mexico avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,624
$4,347 vs New Mexico median
District size
2,522 students
Much larger than New Mexico median
The short answer
Aztec ranks #44 of 88 New Mexico districts by overall school rating. Aztec's schools with real test data average 6.4/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Lydia Rippey Elementary (7.6/10), Mosaic Academy Charter (7.2/10), and Mccoy Avenue Elementary (7.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Aztec
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lydia Rippey Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Mosaic Academy Charter | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Mccoy Avenue Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Park Avenue Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Vista Nueva High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | C.v. Koogler Middle | 5.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Aztec High | 4.9 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Aztec
Aztec is a Aztec, New Mexico school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,522 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. The district invests $14,624 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Aztec demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Lydia Rippey Elementary, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Aztec students show an average math proficiency of 28.2% and ELA proficiency of 41.5%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Aztec, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Aztec with test data.
Schools in Aztec
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- New Mexico
- City
- Aztec
- Total Enrollment
- 2,522
- Teachers (FTE)
- 163
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Aztec?
Aztec has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Aztec?
The average composite rating for Aztec is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Aztec?
Aztec spends $14,624 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Aztec?
The average student-teacher ratio in Aztec is 15.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Aztec?
Lydia Rippey Elementary is the highest-rated school in Aztec with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Aztec?
Across schools in Aztec with test data, the average math proficiency is 28.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 41.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Aztec compare to other districts in New Mexico?
Aztec has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Mexico by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 28.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 41.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Mexico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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