Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mount Taylor Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Taylor Elementary serves the eastern part of Grants, NM, covering approximately 552.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 34.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Taylor Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mount Taylor Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Taylor Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#375 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
52%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
11%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Taylor Elementary School is ranked #375 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mount Taylor Elementary School?
347 students attend Mount Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mount Taylor Elementary School students are American Indian, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Taylor Elementary School?
Mount Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Mount Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Taylor Elementary School part of?
Mount Taylor Elementary School is part of Grants School District.
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