At a glance
Reported students
219
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
18.7
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Mexico elementary enrollment
32nd percentile
Compared with 451 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
336
Montessori of the Rio Grande: 219 reported students.
State peer staffing position
41st percentile
11.7:1 reported; state peer median 12.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 215
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.4:1
What the reported data says about Montessori of the Rio Grande
Montessori of the Rio Grande is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Albuquerque. It is one of 174 current school records connected to Albuquerque Public Schools. NCES reports 219 students for 2024–25.
Among 451 elementary schools in New Mexico with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 306 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 32nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.7:1, close to the New Mexico median of 12.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (44.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (38.8%). English learners represent 0.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Montessori of the Rio Grande
- 1How do the reported 11.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 18.7 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 21%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White44.3%
- Hispanic38.8%
- Black1.4%
- Asian6.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Albuquerque Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Bellehaven Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
216 reported students
Mountain Mahogany Community School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
223 reported students
Alameda Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
212 reported students
Lowell Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
226 reported students
Zuni Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
212 reported students
Griegos Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
229 reported students
Public schools near Montessori of the Rio Grande
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duranes Elementary Elementary · Albuquerque Public Schools | PK–06 | 34 | 0.5 mi |
| Reginald Chavez Elementary Elementary · Albuquerque Public Schools | PK–05 | 174 | 0.9 mi |
| Christine Duncan Heritage Academy Elementary · Charter · Albuquerque Public Schools | PK–08 | 534 | 1 mi |
| Cochiti Elementary Elementary · Albuquerque Public Schools | PK–05 | 247 | 1 mi |
| Griegos Elementary Elementary · Albuquerque Public Schools | KG–05 | 229 | 1.6 mi |
| Lavaland Elementary Elementary · Albuquerque Public Schools | PK–05 | 369 | 1.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Montessori of the Rio Grande
What grades does Montessori of the Rio Grande serve?
Montessori of the Rio Grande reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Albuquerque Public Schools.
How many students attend Montessori of the Rio Grande?
Montessori of the Rio Grande reported 219 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 32nd percentile among 451 New Mexico elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 215 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Montessori of the Rio Grande?
The calculated ratio is 11.7:1, based on 219 students and 18.7 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Mexico median for the same school level is 12.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Montessori of the Rio Grande a public, charter, or magnet school?
Montessori of the Rio Grande is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Montessori of the Rio Grande students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
21% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Montessori of the Rio Grande in?
Montessori of the Rio Grande is part of Albuquerque Public Schools, based in Albuquerque, NM, which operates 174 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Montessori of the Rio Grande?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Duranes Elementary (0.5 mi), Reginald Chavez Elementary (0.9 mi), Christine Duncan Heritage Academy (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.