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Very Good

#253 of 864 schools in NM

Top 29% in state

Mccoy Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · AZTEC

901 NORTH MCCOY AVE, Aztec, NM 87410

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#253 of 864

In Aztec

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

AZTEC

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Mccoy Avenue Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Aztec · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mccoy Avenue Elementary

Mccoy Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Aztec, NM, part of AZTEC. Mccoy Avenue Elementary serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccoy Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Mccoy Avenue Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Mccoy Avenue 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,624
Chronic Absenteeism47.7%

Mccoy Avenue Elementary — Students at Mccoy Avenue Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
84.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
84.5%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Mccoy Avenue Elementary Compares

See how Mccoy Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
71th percentile in NM
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

901 NORTH MCCOY AVE, Aztec, NM 87410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccoy Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Farmington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aztec, see our Aztec schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
AZTEC HIGH Aztec 0.7 mi 4.9
VISTA NUEVA HIGH Aztec 1.0 mi 6.1
LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY Aztec 0.9 mi 7.6
PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec 1.2 mi 6.4
MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec 1.4 mi 7.2
C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec 1.3 mi 5.5
NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield 7.1 mi 5.7
BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield 8.0 mi 5.6
MESA ALTA JR HIGH Bloomfield 8.1 mi 5.1
BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield 8.1 mi 5.4
CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield 8.2 mi 4.5
CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT Bloomfield 8.9 mi 5.3
FARMINGTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Farmington 9.0 mi 4.0
FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST Farmington 9.0 mi 5.3
COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY Farmington 9.1 mi 6.8
DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington 9.3 mi
PIEDRA VISTA HIGH Farmington 10.2 mi 5.0
CASA MONTESSORI Farmington 10.8 mi
HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 10.9 mi 6.6
ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington 10.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,283

Median Home Value

$192,600

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

14,372

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccoy Avenue Elementary

What grades does Mccoy Avenue Elementary serve?

Mccoy Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Mccoy Avenue Elementary?

Mccoy Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccoy Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccoy Avenue Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccoy Avenue Elementary rank in NM?

Mccoy Avenue Elementary ranks #253 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Mccoy Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccoy Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Mccoy Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccoy Avenue Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mccoy Avenue Elementary a charter school?

No, Mccoy Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mccoy Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mccoy Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccoy Avenue Elementary?

0.8% of students at Mccoy Avenue 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
0.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
San Juan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

District

AZTEC
District Enrollment
2,522
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,624
District Rank
#3 of 7

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