Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monterrey Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterrey Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monterrey Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterrey Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#221 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
84%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterrey Elementary School's ranking?
Monterrey Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Monterrey Elementary School?
373 students attend Monterrey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Monterrey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Monterrey Elementary School offer ?
Monterrey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monterrey Elementary School part of?
Monterrey Elementary School is part of Roswell School District.
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