For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,397 students in 87104, NM (there are 2 private schools, serving 621 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 87104, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 87104, NM are Montessori Of The Rio Grande, Tierra Adentro and Duranes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87104 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87104, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87104, NM Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montessori Of The Rio Grande
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1650 Gabaldon Dr. N.w.
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 842-5993
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 842-5993
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Tierra Adentro
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1781 Bellemah Ave
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 967-4720
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 967-4720
Gr: 6-12 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Duranes Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2436 Zickert Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Gr: PK-6 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Reginald Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Mountain Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2008
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2008
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Ace Leadership High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1240 Bellamah Ave. Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 242-4733
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 242-4733
Gr: 9-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Native American Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Indian School Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 266-0992
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 266-0992
Gr: K-12 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87104, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87104, NM include Montessori Of The Rio Grande, Tierra Adentro and Duranes Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87104?
6 public schools are located in 87104.
What percentage of students in 87104 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 87104 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87104?
87104 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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