For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 685 students in 87104, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87104, NM are Tierra Adentro and Native American Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87104 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87104, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87104, NM Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 87104, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87104, NM include Tierra Adentro and Native American Community Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 87104?
2 public middle schools are located in 87104.
What is the racial composition of students in 87104?
87104 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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