Excellent
#34 of 864 schools in NM
Top 4% in state
Roots & Wings Community
Elementary School · ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY
HC 81 BOX 22, Questa, NM 87556
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#34 of 864
In Questa
#1 of 5
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Roots & Wings Community
Elementary School in Questa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Roots & Wings Community
Roots & Wings Community is a public elementary school in Questa, NM, part of ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY. Roots & Wings Community serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Roots & Wings Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Roots & Wings Community show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Roots & Wings Community is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Roots & Wings Community is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Roots & Wings Community 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.
Score Breakdown
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Roots & Wings Community — Students at Roots & Wings Community score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 9 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: 9.6/10.
How Roots & Wings Community Compares
See how Roots & Wings Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
HC 81 BOX 22, Questa, NM 87556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roots & Wings Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Red River), with a very similar rating. Another option is TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 8.6/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Taos), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Taos), a more accessible option. For more schools in Questa, see our Questa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa | 5.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY Questa | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| QUESTA HIGH Questa | 6.0 mi | 7.9 |
| QUESTA JR HIGH Questa | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ARROYO DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Arroyo Seco | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado | 10.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Taos Day School Taos | 15.4 mi | 3.6 |
| RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Red River | 13.2 mi | 9.1 |
| TAOS CYBER MAGNET Taos | 16.7 mi | — |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos | 16.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS Taos | 17.6 mi | 8.6 |
| TAOS HIGH Taos | 17.9 mi | 6.3 |
| TAOS ACADEMY Taos | 18.4 mi | 8.8 |
| TAOS MIDDLE Taos | 18.6 mi | 6.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL Taos | 18.7 mi | — |
| TAOS MUNICIPAL CHARTER Taos | 19.1 mi | 5.9 |
| TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Taos | 19.3 mi | 7.4 |
| RANCHOS DE TAOS ELEMENTARY Ranchos De Taos | 20.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EAGLE NEST ELEMENTARY Eagle Nest | 21.4 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE NEST MIDDLE Eagle Nest | 21.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,250
Median Home Value
$226,900
Population
2,433
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
77.5%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
53
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| HONDO ELEMENTARY Hondo, NM | 8.8 |
| RITA A. MARQUEZ ELEMENTARY Anton Chico, NM | 9.1 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.6 |
| MOSQUERO ELEMENTARY Mosquero, NM | 9.3 |
| WAGON MOUND ELEMENTARY Wagon Mound, NM | 9.3 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo, NM | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roots & Wings Community
What grades does Roots & Wings Community serve?
Roots & Wings Community serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Roots & Wings Community?
Roots & Wings Community has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roots & Wings Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Roots & Wings Community 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 Roots & Wings Community rank in NM?
Roots & Wings Community ranks #34 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Roots & Wings Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Roots & Wings Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Roots & Wings Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roots & Wings Community has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Roots & Wings Community a charter school?
Yes, Roots & Wings Community is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Roots & Wings Community a Title I school?
No, Roots & Wings Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roots & Wings Community?
69.2% of students at Roots & Wings Community 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Taos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.6%
- Phone
- (575) 586-2076
Resources & Links
District
ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY- District Enrollment
- 52
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,559
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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