Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain Elementary serves the northwest part of Los Alamos, NM, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a convenient drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Elementary School 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
Mountain Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain 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
#2 out of 796 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
29%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
55%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
85%
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 is Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Elementary School, Barranca Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mountain Elementary School?
435 students attend Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mountain Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Elementary School?
Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Elementary School part of?
Mountain Elementary School is part of Los Alamos School District.
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