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#468 of 864 schools in NM
Monterrey Elementary
Elementary School · CARLSBAD
1600 JOHNSON ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#468 of 864
In Carlsbad
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
CARLSBAD
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Monterrey Elementary
Monterrey Elementary is a public elementary school in Carlsbad, NM, part of CARLSBAD. Monterrey Elementary serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Monterrey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Monterrey Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Monterrey 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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Monterrey Elementary — Students at Monterrey Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 5.4/10.
How Monterrey Elementary Compares
See how Monterrey 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
1600 JOHNSON ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monterrey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOVING ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Loving), which scores notably higher. Another option is OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| CARLSBAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL - PR LEYVA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| JEFFERSON MONTESSORI Carlsbad | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CARLSBAD HIGH Carlsbad | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| CARLSBAD ENRICHMENT CENTER Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 2.4 |
| CARLSBAD SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY - ALTA VISTA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Carlsbad | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLCREST PRESCHOOL Carlsbad | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving | 14.6 mi | 9.1 |
| LOVING MIDDLE Loving | 14.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LOVING HIGH Loving | 14.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 27.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 28.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 28.4 mi | 6.1 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 28.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 28.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,668
Median Home Value
$192,600
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
40,151
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.9
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| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey, NM | 6.0 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 6.0 |
| JAL ELEMENTARY Jal, NM | 6.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 6.0 |
| METTIE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Eunice, NM | 6.0 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monterrey Elementary
What grades does Monterrey Elementary serve?
Monterrey Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Monterrey Elementary?
Monterrey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monterrey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monterrey Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monterrey Elementary rank in NM?
Monterrey Elementary ranks #468 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Monterrey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monterrey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Monterrey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monterrey Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Monterrey Elementary a charter school?
No, Monterrey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monterrey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monterrey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monterrey Elementary?
43.8% of students at Monterrey 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (575) 234-3309
Resources & Links
District
CARLSBAD- District Enrollment
- 7,343
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,304
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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