Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montezuma Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montezuma Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montezuma Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Montezuma Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montezuma Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#654 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
67%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
16%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montezuma Elementary School's ranking?
Montezuma Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Montezuma Elementary School often compared to?
Montezuma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Zuni Elementary School, Alameda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Montezuma Elementary School?
330 students attend Montezuma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Montezuma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montezuma Elementary School?
Montezuma Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montezuma Elementary School offer ?
Montezuma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montezuma Elementary School part of?
Montezuma Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Montezuma Elementary School located?
Montezuma Elementary School is located in the Summit Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Summit Park.
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