Elementary Schools in J Paul Taylor Academy


Summary:

J Paul Taylor Academy is the sole elementary school located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 200 students. This public charter school consistently outperforms the state average in academic proficiency, making it a standout institution in the region.

According to the data, J Paul Taylor Academy excels in several key areas. In the 2024-2025 school year, 58.46% of its students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 44.19%. In Mathematics, 43.08% of students were proficient or better, significantly higher than the state's 26.81% average. The school also shines in Science, with 59.52% of students achieving proficiency, well above the state's 35.14% average. These impressive academic results have earned J Paul Taylor Academy a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and a ranking in the top 15% of New Mexico elementary schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 13.9 to 1 and a free/reduced lunch rate of 28.5%, J Paul Taylor Academy serves a diverse student population, including a significant proportion of economically disadvantaged students. The school's ability to consistently deliver high academic outcomes across this demographic is particularly noteworthy and suggests the implementation of effective teaching strategies and curriculum.

District Detail

 402 W. Court Ave Bldg 2
Las Cruces, NM 88005

 (575) 652-4006

SchoolDigger Rank:
12th of 82 New Mexico districts

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Grades served: K-8
Students: 200

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Mexico Public Education Department.

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