Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Taos Municipal Charter ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taos Municipal Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Taos Municipal Charter's student population of 211 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Taos Municipal Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taos Municipal Charter is 0.52, 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
#100 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
61%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
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 Taos Municipal Charter's ranking?
Taos Municipal Charter is ranked #100 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Taos Municipal Charter often compared to?
Taos Municipal Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Anansi Charter School, Taos Academy 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Taos Municipal Charter?
211 students attend Taos Municipal Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Taos Municipal Charter students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taos Municipal Charter?
Taos Municipal Charter has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taos Municipal Charter offer ?
Taos Municipal Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Taos Municipal Charter part of?
Taos Municipal Charter is part of Taos School District.
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