Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Mountain Elementary School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mountain Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#57 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
47%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
South Mountain Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are South Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
South Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Montoya Elementary School, Route 66 Elementary School, San Antonito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend South Mountain Elementary School?
309 students attend South Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Mountain Elementary School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Mountain Elementary School?
South Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Mountain Elementary School offer ?
South Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Mountain Elementary School part of?
South Mountain Elementary School is part of Moriarty-Edgewood School District.
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