For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 546 students in 87102, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87102, NM are South Valley Prep, Washington Middle School and Abq Sign Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87102 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87102, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87102, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Valley Prep
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2551 Karsten Ct Se
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 222-5642
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 222-5642
Gr: 6-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Park Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2000
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Abq Sign Language Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
620 Lomas Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 244-7553
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 244-7553
Gr: K-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87102, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87102, NM include South Valley Prep, Washington Middle School and Abq Sign Language Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 87102?
3 public middle schools are located in 87102.
What is the racial composition of students in 87102?
87102 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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