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#567 of 864 schools in NM
Moriarty Elementary
Elementary School · MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD
2015 SCHOOL LOOP, Moriarty, NM 87035
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#567 of 864
In Moriarty
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD
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Moriarty Elementary
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About Moriarty Elementary
Moriarty Elementary is a public elementary school in Moriarty, NM, part of MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD. Moriarty Elementary serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Moriarty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Moriarty Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Moriarty 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.
70% of students at Moriarty 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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Moriarty Elementary — Students at Moriarty Elementary score 22% proficient, which is above 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: 5.9/10.
How Moriarty Elementary Compares
See how Moriarty Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2015 SCHOOL LOOP, Moriarty, NM 87035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moriarty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.6/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Estancia), which scores notably higher. Another option is UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Estancia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Tijeras), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moriarty, see our Moriarty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORIARTY MIDDLE Moriarty | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MESD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Moriarty | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ESTANCIA VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Edgewood | 10.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PECOS CYBER ACADEMY Edgewood | 10.9 mi | — |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty | 11.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 14.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ESTANCIA HIGH Estancia | 15.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ESTANCIA MIDDLE Estancia | 15.3 mi | 5.9 |
| UPPER ELEMENTARY Estancia | 15.4 mi | 8.5 |
| LOWER ELEMENTARY Estancia | 15.5 mi | 9.6 |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 13.3 mi | 4.9 |
| CALVARY INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Brimhall | 16.4 mi | — |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 21.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras | 20.4 mi | 7.4 |
| EAST MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Sandia Park | 21.6 mi | 8.4 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras | 20.8 mi | 7.1 |
| A. MONTOYA ELEMENTARY Tijeras | 21.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque | 26.9 mi | 7.2 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 26.9 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,688
Median Home Value
$147,600
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
6,847
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
78.5%
Poverty Rate
26.4%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUFFVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 5.6 |
| DULCE ELEMENTARY Dulce, NM | 5.6 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 5.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 5.6 |
| RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.6 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moriarty Elementary
What grades does Moriarty Elementary serve?
Moriarty Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Moriarty Elementary?
Moriarty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moriarty Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Moriarty Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moriarty Elementary rank in NM?
Moriarty Elementary ranks #567 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Moriarty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Moriarty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Moriarty Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moriarty Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Moriarty Elementary a charter school?
No, Moriarty Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moriarty Elementary a Title I school?
No, Moriarty Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moriarty Elementary?
100.0% of students at Moriarty 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
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Torrance County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.1%
- Phone
- (505) 835-5835
Resources & Links
District
MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD- District Enrollment
- 2,346
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,977
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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