For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 772 students in Tijeras, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Tijeras, NM are Roosevelt Middle School and A. Montoya Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tijeras, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tijeras have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tijeras, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11799 State Highway 14s
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-3316
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-3316
Grades: 6-8
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
A. Montoya Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24 Public School Rd
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Tijeras, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Tijeras, NM include Roosevelt Middle School and A. Montoya Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Tijeras?
2 public elementary schools are located in Tijeras.
What is the racial composition of students in Tijeras?
Tijeras public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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