Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monte Vista Elementary School 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 39%
- Reading Proficiency: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monte Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Monte Vista Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monte Vista Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
46%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Monte Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cien Aguas International, Bandelier Elementary School, Zia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Monte Vista Elementary School?
454 students attend Monte Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Monte Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monte Vista Elementary School?
Monte Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monte Vista Elementary School offer ?
Monte Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monte Vista Elementary School part of?
Monte Vista Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
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