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#353 of 864 schools in NM
Top 41% in state
South Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD
577 STATE RD 344, Moriarty, NM 87015
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#353 of 864
In Moriarty
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About South Mountain Elementary
South Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Moriarty, NM, part of MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD. South Mountain Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. South Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for South Mountain Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
South Mountain 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.
35% of students at South Mountain 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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South Mountain Elementary — Students at South Mountain Elementary score 52% 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: 4.4/10.
How South Mountain Elementary Compares
See how South Mountain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
577 STATE RD 344, Moriarty, NM 87015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLACITAS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Bernalillo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ONATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Tijeras), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moriarty, see our Moriarty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Moriarty | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ESTANCIA VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Edgewood | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PECOS CYBER ACADEMY Edgewood | 5.4 mi | — |
| CALVARY INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL Brimhall | 4.6 mi | — |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 5.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MESD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Moriarty | 8.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SAN ANTONITO ELEMENTARY Sandia Park | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| EAST MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Sandia Park | 8.8 mi | 8.4 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tijeras | 11.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Tijeras | 12.1 mi | 7.1 |
| A. MONTOYA ELEMENTARY Tijeras | 12.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty | 13.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MORIARTY MIDDLE Moriarty | 13.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MORIARTY ELEMENTARY Moriarty | 14.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PLACITAS ELEMENTARY Bernalillo | 17.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque | 17.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 17.8 mi | 6.8 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 17.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 17.8 mi | 8.4 |
| HOOVER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 17.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,681
Median Home Value
$263,200
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
14,476
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
38.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
50.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe, NM | 6.6 |
| BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos, NM | 6.6 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.6 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY Dexter, NM | 6.6 |
| HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY Hagerman, NM | 6.6 |
| RATON INTERMEDIATE Raton, NM | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Mountain Elementary
What grades does South Mountain Elementary serve?
South Mountain Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South Mountain Elementary?
South Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at South 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 South Mountain Elementary rank in NM?
South Mountain Elementary ranks #353 of 864 schools in NM.
What is South Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
South Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 South Mountain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Mountain Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, South Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, South Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Mountain Elementary?
100.0% of students at South 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (505) 835-5835
Resources & Links
District
MORIARTY-EDGEWOOD- District Enrollment
- 2,346
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,977
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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