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#621 of 864 schools in NM
Montezuma Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
3100 INDIAN SCHOOL NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#621 of 864
In Albuquerque
#121 of 190
public schools
In district
#105 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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Montezuma Elementary
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About Montezuma Elementary
Montezuma Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Montezuma Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Montezuma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Montezuma Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Montezuma Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Montezuma 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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Montezuma Elementary — Students at Montezuma Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 5.0/10.
How Montezuma Elementary Compares
See how Montezuma 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
3100 INDIAN SCHOOL NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montezuma Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ECADEMY K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ZIA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACTON ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| UNM MIMBRES SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | — |
| MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BEL-AIR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ECADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ECADEMY K-8 Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| SEQUOYAH Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | — |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | — |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | — |
| DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW FUTURES HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MCKINLEY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW MEXICO ACADEMY FOR THE MEDIA ARTS Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ALBUQUERQUE HIGH Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,079
Median Home Value
$332,100
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
26,815
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 5.3 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY Hobbs, NM | 5.3 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.3 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 5.3 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo, NM | 5.2 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montezuma Elementary
What grades does Montezuma Elementary serve?
Montezuma Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Montezuma Elementary?
Montezuma Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montezuma Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Montezuma Elementary is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montezuma Elementary rank in NM?
Montezuma Elementary ranks #621 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Montezuma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Montezuma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Montezuma Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montezuma Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montezuma Elementary a charter school?
No, Montezuma Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montezuma Elementary a Title I school?
No, Montezuma Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montezuma Elementary?
100.0% of students at Montezuma 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (505) 260-2040
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #105 of 169
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