Average
#504 of 864 schools in NM
Taos Municipal Charter
Elementary School · TAOS
1303 PASEO DEL CANON EAST, Taos, NM 87571
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#504 of 864
In Taos
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
TAOS
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Taos Municipal Charter
Elementary School in Taos · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taos Municipal Charter
Taos Municipal Charter is a public elementary school in Taos, NM, part of TAOS. Taos Municipal Charter serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Taos Municipal Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #504 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Taos Municipal Charter show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Taos Municipal Charter 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 Municipal Charter — Students at Taos Municipal Charter score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
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: 2.7/10.
How Taos Municipal Charter Compares
See how Taos Municipal Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1303 PASEO DEL CANON EAST, Taos, NM 87571
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taos Municipal Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY (rated 8.9/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Questa), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taos, see our Taos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAOS MIDDLE Taos | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL Taos | 1.0 mi | — |
| TAOS HIGH Taos | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS Taos | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Taos | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| TAOS ACADEMY Taos | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| TAOS CYBER MAGNET Taos | 2.4 mi | — |
| RANCHOS DE TAOS ELEMENTARY Ranchos De Taos | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Taos Day School Taos | 4.4 mi | 3.6 |
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ARROYO DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Arroyo Seco | 10.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PENASCO ELEMENTARY Penasco | 15.3 mi | 4.0 |
| PENASCO HIGH Penasco | 15.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PENASCO MIDDLE Penasco | 15.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY Questa | 19.1 mi | 8.9 |
| MORENO VALLEY HIGH Angel Fire | 16.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa | 24.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY Questa | 24.0 mi | 4.2 |
| QUESTA HIGH Questa | 24.4 mi | 7.9 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taos Municipal Charter
What grades does Taos Municipal Charter serve?
Taos Municipal Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Taos Municipal Charter?
Taos Municipal Charter has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taos Municipal Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Taos Municipal Charter is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taos Municipal Charter rank in NM?
Taos Municipal Charter ranks #504 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Taos Municipal Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Taos Municipal Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Taos Municipal Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taos Municipal Charter has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taos Municipal Charter a charter school?
Yes, Taos Municipal Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Taos Municipal Charter a Title I school?
No, Taos Municipal Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taos Municipal Charter?
25.1% of students at Taos Municipal Charter 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
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Taos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (575) 751-7222
Resources & Links
District
TAOS- District Enrollment
- 2,234
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,919
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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