Excellent
#32 of 864 schools in NM
Top 4% in state
Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · LOS ALAMOS
2280 NORTH ROAD, Los Alamos, NM 87544
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#32 of 864
In Los Alamos
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
LOS ALAMOS
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain Elementary
Elementary School in Los Alamos · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain Elementary
Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Alamos, NM, part of LOS ALAMOS. Mountain Elementary serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mountain Elementary — Students at Mountain Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Mountain Elementary Compares
See how Mountain 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
2280 NORTH ROAD, Los Alamos, NM 87544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAMISA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby White Rock), a more accessible option. Another option is PINON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby White Rock), a more accessible option. Additionally, San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Alamos, see our Los Alamos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASPEN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| TOPPER FRESHMAN ACADEMY Los Alamos | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| LOS ALAMOS HIGH Los Alamos | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| CANYONCITO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 1.4 mi | — |
| LOS ALAMOS MIDDLE Los Alamos | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock | 8.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 8.8 mi | — |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 11.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 14.2 mi | 3.1 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 14.7 mi | 5.7 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 14.7 mi | 6.6 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 14.8 mi | 2.9 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 15.7 mi | 6.8 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 14.5 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 14.5 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 14.6 mi | 3.7 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 16.6 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 16.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,108
Median Home Value
$444,700
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
13,806
College Educated
67.4%
Homeownership
66.3%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 9.0 |
| CIEN AGUAS INTERNATIONAL Albuquerque, NM | 9.0 |
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.9 |
| EL DORADO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 8.9 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving, NM | 9.1 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Elementary
What grades does Mountain Elementary serve?
Mountain Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mountain Elementary?
Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Elementary rank in NM?
Mountain Elementary ranks #32 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Mountain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Elementary?
7.7% of students at Mountain 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
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Los Alamos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (505) 663-2325
Resources & Links
District
LOS ALAMOS- District Enrollment
- 3,729
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,624
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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