Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moriarty Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moriarty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Moriarty Elementary School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moriarty Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moriarty Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#497 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
68%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moriarty Elementary School's ranking?
Moriarty Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Moriarty Elementary School often compared to?
Moriarty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Elementary School, Mountainair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Moriarty Elementary School?
411 students attend Moriarty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Moriarty Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moriarty Elementary School?
Moriarty Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moriarty Elementary School offer ?
Moriarty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Moriarty Elementary School part of?
Moriarty Elementary School is part of Moriarty-Edgewood School District.
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