Very Good
#193 of 864 schools in NM
Top 22% in state
Taos International School
Elementary School · TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
118 ESTE ES ROAD, Taos, NM 87571
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#193 of 864
In Taos
#3 of 8
public schools
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Taos International School
Elementary School in Taos · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taos International School
Taos International School is a public elementary school in Taos, NM, part of TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL. Taos International School serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Taos International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Taos International School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, Taos International School 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.
Test scores at Taos International School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Taos International School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Taos International School — Students at Taos International School score 12% proficient, which is below 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 13 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: 8.9/10.
How Taos International School Compares
See how Taos International School 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
118 ESTE ES ROAD, Taos, NM 87571
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taos International School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY (rated 8.9/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Questa), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIXON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Espanola), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Taos, see our Taos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAOS ACADEMY Taos | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL Taos | 0.7 mi | — |
| TAOS MIDDLE Taos | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| RANCHOS DE TAOS ELEMENTARY Ranchos De Taos | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| TAOS MUNICIPAL CHARTER Taos | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| TAOS HIGH Taos | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS Taos | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TAOS CYBER MAGNET Taos | 2.9 mi | — |
| Taos Day School Taos | 5.3 mi | 3.6 |
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado | 9.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ARROYO DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Arroyo Seco | 10.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PENASCO ELEMENTARY Penasco | 14.4 mi | 4.0 |
| PENASCO HIGH Penasco | 14.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PENASCO MIDDLE Penasco | 14.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY Questa | 19.3 mi | 8.9 |
| MORENO VALLEY HIGH Angel Fire | 17.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DIXON ELEMENTARY Espanola | 20.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa | 24.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY Questa | 24.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,833
Median Home Value
$416,800
Median Rent
$1,006/mo
Population
12,544
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
53.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 7.4 |
| Ch'ooshgai Community School Tohatchi, NM | 7.5 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.5 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City, NM | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taos International School
What grades does Taos International School serve?
Taos International School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Taos International School?
Taos International School has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taos International School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taos International School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taos International School rank in NM?
Taos International School ranks #193 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Taos International School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taos International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Taos International School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taos International School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Taos International School a charter school?
Yes, Taos International School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Taos International School a Title I school?
No, Taos International School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taos International School?
100.0% of students at Taos International School 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
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Taos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (505) 776-2469
Resources & Links
District
TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 176
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,023
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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