Montessori Elementary School

Montessori Elementary School

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
1730 Montano Rd NW,  Albuquerque, NM
4.8
3.2
441 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mary Jane Besante
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
62%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
25
Part Time Teachers
4
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
36.6%
State Average
25%
Science
58.7%
State Average
38%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%
Hispanic
51.3%
White
37.8%
Two or more races
6.4%
Native American
2.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Black
<1%

School Rankings

#1 Best Public ES Teachers in New Mexico
#1 Best Public MS Teachers in New Mexico
#6 Best Charter ES in New Mexico
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.8 15 Reviews
5.0 Parent
10/3/2024
My daughter transferred to TMES halfway through her 5th grade year with the hope she could enjoy going to school again. With the supportive and encouraging atmosphere at TMES, she made friends and found that learning could be fun again. Currently in 7th grade at TMMS, she is flourishing with a bright future ahead.
5.0 Parent
2/20/2024
I love this school for my child's social/emotional development! The only major drawback is the lack of a cafeteria, but we survive :)
5.0 Parent
2/17/2024
Our experience with TMEMS has been phenomenal. Since our son left APS and moved to TMEMS, he has absolutely flourished in every way possible. He has learned more content, quicker. He has been more social and made more friends. He adores his teachers and enjoys going to school every day. We love the Montessori learning style and the sense of community. We would not change a thing and are very grateful for our son to be able to attend such an amazing elementary school. 10/10 recommend to anyone.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 28 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/26/2025
Our daughter attended this school for 3.5 years. While the first year was good, we pulled her out due to concerns over her physical, emotional, and academic well-being. She was physically assaulted 3 times during one school year by male classmates, some of her teachers and administrators were unprof...
1.0 other
12/29/2022
I worked here for a year and the staff and community are lovely, but a bit disorganized at times.I’m concerned that I’ve reached out several times to the school after working there for a year for verification employment with no luck. My new employer is so confused and has not experienced this before...
3.0 parent
4/19/2022
The teachers are great. The administration is not so great. As mentioned in all the other reviews it is ran by nepotism. The administration lacks empathy and compassion or any people skills. Since the administration is horrible the teachers change frequently but they still manage to get awesome teac...
1.0 parent
5/22/2019
This school seems so good on paper, but the reality is quite different - especially if you ever have to deal with the administration. The principal is downright horrendous, and I have grave doubts about her aptitude.

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Montessori Elementary School is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 1730 Montano Rd NW in Albuquerque, in the Los Ranchos De Albuquerque neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 441 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Montessori Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $399,048. Discover additional schools in the area, like Native American Community Academy, Valley High School, Bosque School, and more. Learn more about what Albuquerque has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Montessori Elementary School.

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