Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Route 66 Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Route 66 Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Route 66 Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Route 66 Elementary School often compared to?
Route 66 Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mountain Elementary School, A. Montoya Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Route 66 Elementary School?
303 students attend Route 66 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Route 66 Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Route 66 Elementary School?
Route 66 Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Route 66 Elementary School offer ?
Route 66 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Route 66 Elementary School part of?
Route 66 Elementary School is part of Moriarty-Edgewood School District.
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