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#325 of 864 schools in NM
Top 38% in state
Mount Taylor Elementary
Elementary School · GRANTS
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#325 of 864
In Grants
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
GRANTS
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Mount Taylor Elementary
Mount Taylor Elementary is a public elementary school in Grants, NM, part of GRANTS. Mount Taylor Elementary serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Taylor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Taylor Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Mount Taylor 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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Mount Taylor Elementary — Students at Mount Taylor Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Mount Taylor Elementary Compares
See how Mount Taylor 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
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Taylor Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Thoreau), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CUBERO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 18.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grants, see our Grants schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 10.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH MISSION SCHOOL San Fidel | 13.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 14.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt | 19.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 18.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 21.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE Grants | 21.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SEBOYETA ELEMENTARY Grants | 24.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 30.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Laguna Elementary School Laguna | 26.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Laguna Middle School Laguna | 26.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau | 27.9 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,511
Median Home Value
$154,900
Median Rent
$741/mo
Population
11,874
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.7 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 6.7 |
| CORRALES ELEMENTARY Corrales, NM | 6.7 |
| DAVID SKEET ELEMENTARY Vanderwagen, NM | 6.7 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Taylor Elementary
What grades does Mount Taylor Elementary serve?
Mount Taylor Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mount Taylor Elementary?
Mount Taylor Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Taylor Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Taylor Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Taylor Elementary rank in NM?
Mount Taylor Elementary ranks #325 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mount Taylor Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Taylor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Mount Taylor Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Taylor Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Taylor Elementary a charter school?
No, Mount Taylor Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Taylor Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mount Taylor Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Taylor Elementary?
96.8% of students at Mount Taylor 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cibola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (505) 285-2740
Resources & Links
District
GRANTS- District Enrollment
- 3,240
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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