Very Good
#215 of 864 schools in NM
Top 25% in state
A. Montoya Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
24 PUBLIC SCHOOL RD, Tijeras, NM 87059
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#215 of 864
In Tijeras
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#33 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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A. Montoya Elementary
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About A. Montoya Elementary
A. Montoya Elementary is a public elementary school in Tijeras, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. A.
Montoya Elementary serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Montoya Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for A. Montoya Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
A. Montoya Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
43% of students at A. Montoya Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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A. Montoya Elementary — Students at A. Montoya Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How A. Montoya Elementary Compares
See how A. Montoya Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
24 PUBLIC SCHOOL RD, Tijeras, NM 87059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Montoya Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ONATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Another option is S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tijeras, see our Tijeras schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 6.1 mi | 3.7 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 7.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Sandia Park | 7.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 6.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 6.5 mi | 8.4 |
| MANZANO HIGH Albuquerque | 6.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HOOVER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 7.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PUBLIC ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS Albuquerque | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| SANDIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque | 7.4 mi | — |
| S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 7.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ELDORADO HIGH Albuquerque | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 7.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 7.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 7.6 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,267
Median Home Value
$322,100
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
10,012
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
95.2%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
51.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LLANO ELEMENTARY Lovington, NM | 7.2 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 7.2 |
| DESERT TRAIL ELEMENTARY Chaparral, NM | 7.3 |
| SOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 7.3 |
| TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE Tularosa, NM | 7.3 |
| BERINO ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Montoya Elementary
What grades does A. Montoya Elementary serve?
A. Montoya Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A. Montoya Elementary?
A. Montoya Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Montoya Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Montoya Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Montoya Elementary rank in NM?
A. Montoya Elementary ranks #215 of 864 schools in NM.
What is A. Montoya Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Montoya Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. Montoya Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Montoya Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A. Montoya Elementary a charter school?
No, A. Montoya Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Montoya Elementary a Title I school?
No, A. Montoya Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Montoya Elementary?
70.0% of students at A. Montoya Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (505) 281-0880
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #33 of 169
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