For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,166 students in 87109, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM are Cottonwood Classical Prep, Explore Academy and Nex Gen Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87109 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 61% statewide average). High schools in 87109, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87109 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nex Gen Academy, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87109, NM Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Classical Prep
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7801 Jefferson St. Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Grades: 6-12
| 781 students
Rank: #22.
Explore Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5100 Masthead St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Grades: K-12
| 1,026 students
Rank: #33.
Nex Gen Academy
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5325 Montgomery Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 878-6400
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 878-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 273 students
Rank: #44.
The Great Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6001-a San Mateo Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Grades: 6-12
| 86 students
87109, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bataan Charter School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
Career Academic & Technical Academy (Closed 2006)
Charter School
6805 Academy Parkway West Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 144 students
The Learning Community (Closed 2015)
Charter School
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 6-12
| 149 students
Sage Montessori Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3821 Singer Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Grades: K-8
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM include Cottonwood Classical Prep, Explore Academy and Nex Gen Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 87109, NM?
4 public high schools are located in 87109, NM.
What is the racial composition of students in 87109, NM?
87109, NM public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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