Serving 200 students in grades Kindergarten-8, J Paul Taylor Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Paul Taylor Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J Paul Taylor Academy's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Recapturing the Joy of Learning - Recaptura la Alegria de Aprender
School Rankings
J Paul Taylor Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Paul Taylor Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Paul Taylor Academy's ranking?
J Paul Taylor Academy is ranked #95 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are J Paul Taylor Academy often compared to?
J Paul Taylor Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mesilla Park Elementary School, East Picacho Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend J Paul Taylor Academy?
200 students attend J Paul Taylor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J Paul Taylor Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Paul Taylor Academy?
J Paul Taylor Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does J Paul Taylor Academy offer ?
J Paul Taylor Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J Paul Taylor Academy part of?
J Paul Taylor Academy is part of J Paul Taylor Academy School District.
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