Below Average
#694 of 864 schools in NM
Route 66 Elementary
Elementary School · MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD
805 BARTON RD, Moriarty, NM 87035
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#694 of 864
In Moriarty
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Route 66 Elementary
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About Route 66 Elementary
Route 66 Elementary is a public elementary school in Moriarty, NM, part of MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD. Route 66 Elementary serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Route 66 Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Route 66 Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Route 66 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.
59% of students at Route 66 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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Route 66 Elementary — Students at Route 66 Elementary score 30% 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: 2.8/10.
How Route 66 Elementary Compares
See how Route 66 Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 BARTON RD, Moriarty, NM 87035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Route 66 Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ONATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Tijeras), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A. MONTOYA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Tijeras), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moriarty, see our Moriarty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PECOS CYBER ACADEMY Edgewood | 2.4 mi | — |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ESTANCIA VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Edgewood | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CALVARY INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Brimhall | 3.7 mi | — |
| SOUTH MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 5.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MESD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Moriarty | 7.8 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras | 7.7 mi | 7.4 |
| EAST MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Sandia Park | 8.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras | 8.2 mi | 7.1 |
| A. MONTOYA ELEMENTARY Tijeras | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty | 12.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MORIARTY MIDDLE Moriarty | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MORIARTY ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 13.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque | 14.3 mi | 7.2 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 14.5 mi | 6.8 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 14.5 mi | 3.7 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 14.7 mi | 8.4 |
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 14.7 mi | 4.6 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 15.0 mi | 5.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Kirtland, NM | 4.9 |
| MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 4.9 |
| VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Route 66 Elementary
What grades does Route 66 Elementary serve?
Route 66 Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Route 66 Elementary?
Route 66 Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Route 66 Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Route 66 Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Route 66 Elementary rank in NM?
Route 66 Elementary ranks #694 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Route 66 Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Route 66 Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Route 66 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Route 66 Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Route 66 Elementary a charter school?
No, Route 66 Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Route 66 Elementary a Title I school?
No, Route 66 Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Route 66 Elementary?
100.0% of students at Route 66 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.1%
- Phone
- (505) 835-5835
Resources & Links
District
MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD- District Enrollment
- 2,346
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,977
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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